CVE-2020-13160
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 80.55%
Last modified
CVE-2020-13160 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. AnyDesk before 5.5.3 on Linux and FreeBSD has a format string vulnerability that can be exploited for remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 80.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
AnyDesk before 5.5.3 on Linux and FreeBSD has a format string vulnerability that can be exploited for remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Anydesk | Anydesk | < 5.5.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158291/AnyDesk-GUI-Format-String-Write.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/161628/AnyDesk-5.5.2-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://devel0pment.de/?p=1881Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://download.anydesk.com/changelog.txtRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158291/AnyDesk-GUI-Format-String-Write.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/161628/AnyDesk-5.5.2-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://devel0pment.de/?p=1881Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://download.anydesk.com/changelog.txtRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-13160?
AnyDesk before 5.5.3 on Linux and FreeBSD has a format string vulnerability that can be exploited for remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-13160?
CVE-2020-13160 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 80.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-13160?
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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