CVE-2020-14931: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 19, 2020
·Updated
A stack-based buffer overflow in DMitry (Deepmagic Information Gathering Tool) 1.3a might allow remote WHOIS servers to execute arbitrary code via a long line in a response that is mishandled by nicformatbuff.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Dmitry Project Dmitry=1.3a
ubuntu/dmitry*
ubuntu/dmitry*
ubuntu/dmitry*
ubuntu/dmitry*
ubuntu/dmitry*
Event History
Jun 19, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:03 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via OSV·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14931?
CVE-2020-14931 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-14931?
To mitigate CVE-2020-14931, update to the latest version of DMitry that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2020-14931?
CVE-2020-14931 affects DMitry version 1.3a.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-14931?
CVE-2020-14931 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2020-14931 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2020-14931 can potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access.