CVE-2020-35769
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.73%
Last modified
CVE-2020-35769 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. miniserv.pl in Webmin 1.962 on Windows mishandles special characters in query arguments to the CGI program.. EPSS estimates a 1.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
miniserv.pl in Webmin 1.962 on Windows mishandles special characters in query arguments to the CGI program.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Webmin | Webmin | 1.962 |
References
- https://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/Webmin-code-execution-via-miniserv-pl-handle-request-34220Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://vigilance.fr/vulnerability/Webmin-code-execution-via-miniserv-pl-handle-request-34220Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-35769?
miniserv.pl in Webmin 1.962 on Windows mishandles special characters in query arguments to the CGI program.
How severe is CVE-2020-35769?
CVE-2020-35769 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35769?
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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