CVE-2020-10233
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 2.35%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10233 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In version 4.8.0 and earlier of The Sleuth Kit (TSK), there is a heap-based buffer over-read in ntfs_dinode_lookup in fs/ntfs.c.. EPSS estimates a 2.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In version 4.8.0 and earlier of The Sleuth Kit (TSK), there is a heap-based buffer over-read in ntfs_dinode_lookup in fs/ntfs.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sleuthkit | The Sleuth Kit | <= 4.8.0 |
References
- https://github.com/sleuthkit/sleuthkit/issues/1829Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/sleuthkit/sleuthkit/issues/1829Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10233?
In version 4.8.0 and earlier of The Sleuth Kit (TSK), there is a heap-based buffer over-read in ntfs_dinode_lookup in fs/ntfs.c.
How severe is CVE-2020-10233?
CVE-2020-10233 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10233?
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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