CVE-2020-24490
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 2.22%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24490 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper buffer restrictions in BlueZ may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access. This affects all Linux kernel versions that support BlueZ.. EPSS estimates a 2.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper buffer restrictions in BlueZ may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access. This affects all Linux kernel versions that support BlueZ.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bluez | Bluez | All versions |
References
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00435.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00435.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24490?
Improper buffer restrictions in BlueZ may allow an unauthenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via adjacent access. This affects all Linux kernel versions that support BlueZ.
How severe is CVE-2020-24490?
CVE-2020-24490 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24490?
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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