CVE-2020-28468
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.16%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28468 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This affects the package pwntools before 4.3.1. The shellcraft generator for affected versions of this module are vulnerable to Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI), which can lead to remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 4.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This affects the package pwntools before 4.3.1. The shellcraft generator for affected versions of this module are vulnerable to Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI), which can 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
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pwntools Project | Pwntools | < 4.3.1 |
References
- https://github.com/Gallopsled/pwntools/issues/1427Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Gallopsled/pwntools/pull/1732Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-PYTHON-PWNTOOLS-1047345Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Gallopsled/pwntools/issues/1427Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Gallopsled/pwntools/pull/1732Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-PYTHON-PWNTOOLS-1047345Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28468?
This affects the package pwntools before 4.3.1. The shellcraft generator for affected versions of this module are vulnerable to Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI), which can lead to remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-28468?
CVE-2020-28468 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28468?
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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