Ghidra before 12.1.4 fails to validate the TYPE_COL byte in OptionsDB.createUnregisteredOption(), causing an ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException that leaves domain objects permanently locked. Attackers can craft a malicious program database file that, when imported, causes the application to stall and prevents resource cleanup or graceful shutdown.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
Passive
Minimal interaction
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
None
No data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service
CVSS Vector v4.0
References 6
https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/blob/Ghidra_12.1.3_build/Ghidr…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/commit/594da048431aab082a9da7c…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/releases/tag/Ghidra_12.1.4_bui…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/security/advisories/GHSA-4w7g-…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ghidra-before-12.1.4-denial-of-service-via…
disclosure@vulncheck.com