CVE-2020-22570
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2020-22570 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Memcached 1.6.0 before 1.6.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a crafted meta command.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memcached 1.6.0 before 1.6.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a crafted meta command.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Memcached | Memcached | >= 1.6.0, < 1.6.3 |
References
- https://github.com/memcached/memcached/issues/636Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/memcached/memcached/issues/636Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22570?
Memcached 1.6.0 before 1.6.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a crafted meta command.
How severe is CVE-2020-22570?
CVE-2020-22570 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22570?
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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