CVE-2020-35605
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.61%
Last modified
CVE-2020-35605 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Graphics Protocol feature in graphics.c in kitty before 0.19.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because a filename containing special characters can be included in an error message.. EPSS estimates a 3.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Graphics Protocol feature in graphics.c in kitty before 0.19.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because a filename containing special characters can be included in an error message.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kovidgoyal | Kitty | < 0.19.3 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
- https://github.com/kovidgoyal/kitty/commit/82c137878c2b99100a3cdc1c0f0efea069313901Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kovidgoyal/kitty/issues/3128Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2020/dsa-4819Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kovidgoyal/kitty/commit/82c137878c2b99100a3cdc1c0f0efea069313901Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kovidgoyal/kitty/issues/3128Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2020/dsa-4819Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-35605?
The Graphics Protocol feature in graphics.c in kitty before 0.19.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because a filename containing special characters can be included in an error message.
How severe is CVE-2020-35605?
CVE-2020-35605 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35605?
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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