Code::Blocks Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in Code::Blocks version 20.03. This issue allows attackers to crash the application by entering a large payload of 5000 repeated characters into the FSymbols search field. The application fails to handle this input properly, leading to a crash.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability causes the Code::Blocks application to crash, disrupting any active work or processes.

Reproduction

To reproduce this vulnerability, open Code::Blocks 20.03 on a Windows system. Navigate to the FSymbols search field and paste a payload of 5000 repeated characters. Press Enter, and the application will crash.