CVE-2020-23172
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2020-23172 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in all versions of Kuba allows attackers to overwrite arbitrary files in arbitrary directories with crafted Zip files due to improper validation of file paths in .zip archives.. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability in all versions of Kuba allows attackers to overwrite arbitrary files in arbitrary directories with crafted Zip files due to improper validation of file paths in .zip archives.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kuba Project | Kuba | All versions |
References
- https://github.com/kuba--/zip/issues/123Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kuba--/zip/issues/123Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-23172?
A vulnerability in all versions of Kuba allows attackers to overwrite arbitrary files in arbitrary directories with crafted Zip files due to improper validation of file paths in .zip archives.
How severe is CVE-2020-23172?
CVE-2020-23172 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23172?
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-2020-23172?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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