CVE-2020-9493
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.57%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9493 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A deserialization flaw was found in Apache Chainsaw versions prior to 2.1.0 which could lead to malicious code execution.. EPSS estimates a 4.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A deserialization flaw was found in Apache Chainsaw versions prior to 2.1.0 which could lead to malicious code execution.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Chainsaw | < 2.1.0 |
| Apache | Log4j | >= 1.2, < 2.0 |
| Qos | Reload4j | < 1.2.18.1 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/06/16/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/01/18/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/06/16/1Mailing List, Tool Signature
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/06/16/1Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/01/18/5Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/06/16/1Mailing List, Tool Signature
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9493?
A deserialization flaw was found in Apache Chainsaw versions prior to 2.1.0 which could lead to malicious code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-9493?
CVE-2020-9493 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9493?
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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