CVE-2020-5253
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.54%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5253 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. NetHack before version 3.6.0 allowed malicious use of escaping of characters in the configuration file (usually .nethackrc) which could be exploited. This bug is patched in NetHack 3.6.0.. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NetHack before version 3.6.0 allowed malicious use of escaping of characters in the configuration file (usually .nethackrc) which could be exploited. This bug is patched in NetHack 3.6.0.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nethack | Nethack | < 3.6.0 |
References
- https://github.com/NetHack/NetHack/commits/612755bfb5c412079795c68ba392df5d93874ed8Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NetHack/NetHack/security/advisories/GHSA-2c7p-3fj4-223mThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NetHack/NetHack/commits/612755bfb5c412079795c68ba392df5d93874ed8Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NetHack/NetHack/security/advisories/GHSA-2c7p-3fj4-223mThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5253?
NetHack before version 3.6.0 allowed malicious use of escaping of characters in the configuration file (usually .nethackrc) which could be exploited. This bug is patched in NetHack 3.6.0.
How severe is CVE-2020-5253?
CVE-2020-5253 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5253?
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-2020-5253?
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