CVE-2020-29652
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 3.23%
Last modified
CVE-2020-29652 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A nil pointer dereference in the golang.org/x/crypto/ssh component through v0.0.0-20201203163018-be400aefbc4c for Go allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service against SSH servers.. EPSS estimates a 3.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A nil pointer dereference in the golang.org/x/crypto/ssh component through v0.0.0-20201203163018-be400aefbc4c for Go allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service against SSH servers.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Golang | Ssh | <= 0.0.0-20201203163018-be400aefbc4c |
References
- https://go-review.googlesource.com/c/crypto/+/278852Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/g/golang-announce/c/ouZIlBimOsE?pli=1Third Party Advisory
- https://go-review.googlesource.com/c/crypto/+/278852Third Party Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/g/golang-announce/c/ouZIlBimOsE?pli=1Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-29652?
A nil pointer dereference in the golang.org/x/crypto/ssh component through v0.0.0-20201203163018-be400aefbc4c for Go allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service against SSH servers.
How severe is CVE-2020-29652?
CVE-2020-29652 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29652?
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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