CVE-2020-11668
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2020-11668 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel before 5.6.1, drivers/media/usb/gspca/xirlink_cit.c (aka the Xirlink camera USB driver) mishandles invalid descriptors, aka CID-a246b4d54770.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel before 5.6.1, drivers/media/usb/gspca/xirlink_cit.c (aka the Xirlink camera USB driver) mishandles invalid descriptors, aka CID-a246b4d54770.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.6.1 |
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.6.1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a246b4d547708f33ff4d4b9a7a5dbac741dc89d8Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.6.1Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a246b4d547708f33ff4d4b9a7a5dbac741dc89d8Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-11668?
In the Linux kernel before 5.6.1, drivers/media/usb/gspca/xirlink_cit.c (aka the Xirlink camera USB driver) mishandles invalid descriptors, aka CID-a246b4d54770.
How severe is CVE-2020-11668?
CVE-2020-11668 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-11668?
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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