CVE-2020-36512
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.19%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36512 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the buffoon crate through 2020-12-31 for Rust. InputStream::read_exact may read from uninitialized memory locations.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the buffoon crate through 2020-12-31 for Rust. InputStream::read_exact may read from uninitialized memory locations.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Buffoon Project | Buffoon | 0.5.0 |
References
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2020-0154.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2020-0154.htmlThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36512?
An issue was discovered in the buffoon crate through 2020-12-31 for Rust. InputStream::read_exact may read from uninitialized memory locations.
How severe is CVE-2020-36512?
CVE-2020-36512 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36512?
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-2020-36512?
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