CVE-2020-36566
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 1.02%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36566 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Due to improper path sanitization, archives containing relative file paths can cause files to be written (or overwritten) outside of the target directory.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Due to improper path sanitization, archives containing relative file paths can cause files to be written (or overwritten) outside of the target directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tar-Utils Project | Tar-Utils | < 0.0.0-20201201191210-20a61371de5b |
References
- https://github.com/whyrusleeping/tar-utils/commit/20a61371de5b51380bbdb0c7935b30b0625ac227Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://pkg.go.dev/vuln/GO-2021-0106Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/research/zip-slip-vulnerabilityTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/whyrusleeping/tar-utils/commit/20a61371de5b51380bbdb0c7935b30b0625ac227Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://pkg.go.dev/vuln/GO-2021-0106Third Party Advisory
- https://snyk.io/research/zip-slip-vulnerabilityTechnical Description, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36566?
Due to improper path sanitization, archives containing relative file paths can cause files to be written (or overwritten) outside of the target directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-36566?
CVE-2020-36566 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36566?
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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