CVE-2020-24119
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 1.08%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24119 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A heap buffer overflow read was discovered in upx 4.0.0, because the check in p_lx_elf.cpp is not perfect.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A heap buffer overflow read was discovered in upx 4.0.0, because the check in p_lx_elf.cpp is not perfect.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Upx | Upx | 4.0.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 33 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 34 |
References
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/126.htmlTechnical Description
- https://github.com/upx/upx/issues/388Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/126.htmlTechnical Description
- https://github.com/upx/upx/issues/388Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24119?
A heap buffer overflow read was discovered in upx 4.0.0, because the check in p_lx_elf.cpp is not perfect.
How severe is CVE-2020-24119?
CVE-2020-24119 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24119?
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-2020-24119?
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