CVE-2020-24221
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24221 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in GetByte function in miniupnp ngiflib version 0.4, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) via crafted .gif file (infinite loop).. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in GetByte function in miniupnp ngiflib version 0.4, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) via crafted .gif file (infinite loop).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Miniupnp Project | Ngiflib | 0.4 |
References
- https://github.com/miniupnp/ngiflib/issues/17Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/miniupnp/ngiflib/issues/17Exploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24221?
An issue was discovered in GetByte function in miniupnp ngiflib version 0.4, allows local attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) via crafted .gif file (infinite loop).
How severe is CVE-2020-24221?
CVE-2020-24221 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24221?
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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