CVE-2020-10592
First published: Mon Mar 23 2020(Updated: )
Tor before 0.3.5.10, 0.4.x before 0.4.1.9, and 0.4.2.x before 0.4.2.7 allows remote attackers to cause a Denial of Service (CPU consumption), aka TROVE-2020-002.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Torproject Tor | >=0.3.5<0.3.5.10 | |
| Torproject Tor | >0.4.1.0<0.4.1.9 | |
| Torproject Tor | >0.4.2.0<=0.4.2.7 | |
| Opensuse Backports | =sle-15-sp1 | |
| openSUSE Leap | =15.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10592?
CVE-2020-10592 is a vulnerability in Tor before 0.3.5.10, 0.4.x before 0.4.1.9, and 0.4.2.x before 0.4.2.7 that allows remote attackers to cause a Denial of Service (CPU consumption).
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-10592?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-10592 to cause a Denial of Service by consuming excessive CPU resources.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10592?
CVE-2020-10592 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10592?
Tor versions before 0.3.5.10, 0.4.x before 0.4.1.9, and 0.4.2.x before 0.4.2.7 are affected by CVE-2020-10592.
How can I mitigate CVE-2020-10592?
To mitigate CVE-2020-10592, it is recommended to update Tor to version 0.3.5.10, 0.4.1.9, or 0.4.2.7.
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