CVE-2020-28864
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.81%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28864 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 allows a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a long file name.. EPSS estimates a 2.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 allows a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a long file name.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Winscp | Winscp | 5.17.8 |
References
- https://winscp.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=30085Vendor Advisory
- https://winscp.net/tracker/1924Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://winscp.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=30085Vendor Advisory
- https://winscp.net/tracker/1924Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28864?
Buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 allows a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a long file name.
How severe is CVE-2020-28864?
CVE-2020-28864 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28864?
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-2020-28864?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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