CVE-2020-20703: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 20, 2023
·Updated
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in VIM v.8.1.2135 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the operand parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
vim Vim=8.1.2135
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 20, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-20703?
CVE-2020-20703 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in VIM v.8.1.2135 that allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.
2
How severe is CVE-2020-20703?
CVE-2020-20703 has a severity rating of 9.8, making it critical.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-20703?
VIM v.8.1.2135 is the affected version for CVE-2020-20703.
4
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-20703?
A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-20703 by utilizing the operand parameter to execute arbitrary code.
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Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-20703?
At the moment, there is no known fix available for CVE-2020-20703. It is recommended to update to a patched version of VIM once it becomes available.