CVE-2020-13987: High severity uip vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Contiki through 3.0. An Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability exists in the uIP TCP/IP Stack component when calculating the checksums for IP packets in upperlayerchksum in net/ipv4/uip.c.
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What is CVE-2020-13987?
CVE-2020-13987 is a vulnerability in the Contiki operating system that allows for an Out-of-Bounds Read in the uIP TCP/IP Stack component.
How does the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 affect Contiki?
The vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 affects Contiki versions through 3.0, specifically in the uIP TCP/IP Stack component when calculating the checksums for IP packets in upper_layer_chksum in net/ipv4/uip.c.
What is the severity of the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987?
The severity of the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 is not provided in the information provided.
How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 in Contiki?
To fix the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 in Contiki, it is recommended to update to a fixed version of the Contiki operating system when available.
Where can I find more information about the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987?
More information about the vulnerability CVE-2020-13987 can be found on the official websites such as the US-CERT, CERT, and Siemens CERT portals.