CVE-2020-22884
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.83%
Last modified
CVE-2020-22884 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow vulnerability in function jsvGetStringChars in Espruino before RELEASE_2V09, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 2.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow vulnerability in function jsvGetStringChars in Espruino before RELEASE_2V09, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Espruino | Espruino | < 2.09 |
References
- https://github.com/espruino/Espruino/issues/1799Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/espruino/Espruino/issues/1799Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22884?
Buffer overflow vulnerability in function jsvGetStringChars in Espruino before RELEASE_2V09, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2020-22884?
CVE-2020-22884 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22884?
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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