CVE-2020-18898
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.43%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18898 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A stack exhaustion issue in the printIFDStructure function of Exiv2 0.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted file.. EPSS estimates a 1.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A stack exhaustion issue in the printIFDStructure function of Exiv2 0.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Exiv2 | Exiv2 | 0.27 |
References
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/674.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/741Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/674.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/741Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18898?
A stack exhaustion issue in the printIFDStructure function of Exiv2 0.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2020-18898?
CVE-2020-18898 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18898?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-18898?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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