CVE-2020-10364

Name: CVE-2020-10364
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-03-23T16:15:13.22+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.59%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-10364 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The SSH daemon on MikroTik routers through v6.44.3 could allow remote attackers to generate CPU activity, trigger refusal of new authorized connections, and cause a reboot via connect and write system calls, because of uncontrolled resource management.. EPSS estimates a 2.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The SSH daemon on MikroTik routers through v6.44.3 could allow remote attackers to generate CPU activity, trigger refusal of new authorized connections, and cause a reboot via connect and write system calls, because of uncontrolled resource management.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.59%

83.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-770

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mikrotik	Routeros	<= 6.44.3

References

https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156790/Microtik-SSH-Daemon-6.44.3-Denial-Of-Service.htmlExploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48228Exploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156790/Microtik-SSH-Daemon-6.44.3-Denial-Of-Service.htmlExploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48228Exploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Mar 23, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-10364?

How severe is CVE-2020-10364?

CVE-2020-10364 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-10364?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-10364?

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Source: NVD / NIST