CVE-2020-17528: Apache NuttX (incubating) Out of Bound Write from invalid TCP Urgent length
Published Dec 9, 2020
·Updated
Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in TCP stack of Apache NuttX (incubating) versions up to and including 9.1.0 and 10.0.0 allows attacker to corrupt memory by supplying arbitrary urgent data pointer offsets within TCP packets including beyond the length of the packet.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Apache Nuttx<=9.1.0
Apache Nuttx=10.0.0
Event History
Dec 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:35 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17528?
CVE-2020-17528 has a high severity level due to its potential to allow attackers to corrupt memory.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-17528?
To fix CVE-2020-17528, upgrade Apache NuttX to version 10.0.1 or later.
3
What versions of Apache NuttX are affected by CVE-2020-17528?
CVE-2020-17528 affects Apache NuttX versions up to and including 9.1.0 and version 10.0.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-17528?
CVE-2020-17528 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the TCP stack of Apache NuttX.
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Can CVE-2020-17528 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-17528 can be exploited remotely by supplying malicious TCP packets.