CVE-2020-10996
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.50%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10996 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Percona XtraDB Cluster before 5.7.28-31.41.2. A bundled script inadvertently sets a static transition_key for SST processes in place of the random key expected.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Percona XtraDB Cluster before 5.7.28-31.41.2. A bundled script inadvertently sets a static transition_key for SST processes in place of the random key expected.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Percona | Xtradb Cluster | < 5.7.28-31.41.2 |
References
- https://jira.percona.com/browse/PXC-3117Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://jira.percona.com/browse/PXC-3117Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10996?
An issue was discovered in Percona XtraDB Cluster before 5.7.28-31.41.2. A bundled script inadvertently sets a static transition_key for SST processes in place of the random key expected.
How severe is CVE-2020-10996?
CVE-2020-10996 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10996?
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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