CVE-2020-18780
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18780 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A Use After Free vulnerability in function new_Token in asm/preproc.c in nasm 2.14.02 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted nasm command.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Use After Free vulnerability in function new_Token in asm/preproc.c in nasm 2.14.02 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted nasm command.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nasm | Netwide Assembler | 2.14.02 |
References
- https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392634Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392634Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18780?
A Use After Free vulnerability in function new_Token in asm/preproc.c in nasm 2.14.02 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted nasm command.
How severe is CVE-2020-18780?
CVE-2020-18780 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18780?
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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