CVE-2021-32020
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.30%
Last modified
CVE-2021-32020 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The kernel in Amazon Web Services FreeRTOS before 10.4.3 has insufficient bounds checking during management of heap memory.. EPSS estimates a 1.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The kernel in Amazon Web Services FreeRTOS before 10.4.3 has insufficient bounds checking during management of heap memory.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Freertos | < 10.4.3 |
References
- https://github.com/FreeRTOS/FreeRTOS-Kernel/commit/c7a9a01c94987082b223d3e59969ede64363da63Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/FreeRTOS/FreeRTOS-Kernel/commit/c7a9a01c94987082b223d3e59969ede64363da63Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-32020?
The kernel in Amazon Web Services FreeRTOS before 10.4.3 has insufficient bounds checking during management of heap memory.
How severe is CVE-2021-32020?
CVE-2021-32020 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-32020?
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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