CVE-2018-10920
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 3.24%
Last modified
CVE-2018-10920 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper input validation bug in DNS resolver component of Knot Resolver before 2.4.1 allows remote attacker to poison cache.. EPSS estimates a 3.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper input validation bug in DNS resolver component of Knot Resolver before 2.4.1 allows remote attacker to poison cache.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nic | Knot Resolver | < 2.4.1 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2018-10920Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2018-10920Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-10920?
Improper input validation bug in DNS resolver component of Knot Resolver before 2.4.1 allows remote attacker to poison cache.
How severe is CVE-2018-10920?
CVE-2018-10920 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-10920?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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