CVE-2020-22283: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 22 2021(Updated: )
A buffer overflow vulnerability in the icmp6_send_response_with_addrs_and_netif() function of Free Software Foundation lwIP version git head allows attackers to access sensitive information via a crafted ICMPv6 packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Lwip Project Lwip |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22283?
CVE-2020-22283 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the icmp6_send_response_with_addrs_and_netif() function of Free Software Foundation lwIP.
How does CVE-2020-22283 affect me?
CVE-2020-22283 allows attackers to access sensitive information by sending a crafted ICMPv6 packet.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-22283?
The affected software is Lwip Project Lwip version git head.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-22283?
The severity of CVE-2020-22283 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22283?
To fix CVE-2020-22283, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Lwip Project Lwip.
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