CVE-2020-18442
LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18442 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Infinite Loop in zziplib v0.13.69 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via the return value "zzip_file_read" in the function "unzzip_cat_file".. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Infinite Loop in zziplib v0.13.69 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via the return value "zzip_file_read" in the function "unzzip_cat_file".
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gdraheim | Zziplib | 0.13.69 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 34 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 35 |
References
- https://github.com/gdraheim/zziplib/issues/68Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/12/msg00021.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/gdraheim/zziplib/issues/68Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/12/msg00021.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18442?
Infinite Loop in zziplib v0.13.69 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via the return value "zzip_file_read" in the function "unzzip_cat_file".
How severe is CVE-2020-18442?
CVE-2020-18442 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18442?
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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