CVE-2020-28272
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.26%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28272 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'keyget' versions 1.0.0 through 2.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 3.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'keyget' versions 1.0.0 through 2.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Keyget Project | Keyget | >= 1.0.1, <= 2.2.0 |
References
- https://github.com/rumkin/keyget/commit/17d15b6c75036eb429075a8cfeccfc18094dd2e2Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28272Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rumkin/keyget/commit/17d15b6c75036eb429075a8cfeccfc18094dd2e2Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.whitesourcesoftware.com/vulnerability-database/CVE-2020-28272Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28272?
Prototype pollution vulnerability in 'keyget' versions 1.0.0 through 2.2.0 allows attacker to cause a denial of service and may lead to remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-28272?
CVE-2020-28272 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28272?
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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