CVE-2020-1939: Null Pointer Dereference

Published May 12, 2020
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Updated

The Apache NuttX (Incubating) project provides an optional separate "apps" repository which contains various optional components and example programs. One of these, ftpd, had a NULL pointer dereference bug. The NuttX RTOS itself is not affected. Users of the optional apps repository are affected only if they have enabled ftpd. Versions 6.15 to 8.2 are affected.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache Nuttx>=6.15<=8.2

Event History

May 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:57 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1939?

CVE-2020-1939 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How does CVE-2020-1939 affect users of Apache NuttX?

CVE-2020-1939 affects users of the optional apps repository, specifically those using the ftpd component.

3

How do I fix CVE-2020-1939?

To fix CVE-2020-1939, users should update to a patched version of the ftpd app in the Apache NuttX apps repository.

4

Which versions of Apache NuttX are affected by CVE-2020-1939?

CVE-2020-1939 affects Apache NuttX versions between 6.15 and 8.2 inclusive.

5

Is the core NuttX RTOS affected by CVE-2020-1939?

No, the NuttX RTOS itself is not affected by CVE-2020-1939.

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