CVE-2018-20997
UnknownEPSS 1.74%
Last modified
CVE-2018-20997 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in the openssl crate before 0.10.9 for Rust. A use-after-free occurs in CMS Signing.. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the openssl crate before 0.10.9 for Rust. A use-after-free occurs in CMS Signing.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rust-Openssl Project | Rust-Openssl | < 0.10.9 |
References
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2018-0010.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2018-0010.htmlThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20997?
An issue was discovered in the openssl crate before 0.10.9 for Rust. A use-after-free occurs in CMS Signing.
How severe is CVE-2018-20997?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20997 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20997?
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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