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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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