CVE-2020-36254: High severity dropbear ssh vulnerability

Published Feb 25, 2021
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Updated

scp.c in Dropbear before 2020.79 mishandles the filename of . or an empty filename, a related issue to CVE-2018-20685.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Dropbear Ssh Project Dropbear Ssh<2020.79

Event History

Feb 25, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:29 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:29 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-36254?

The severity of CVE-2020-36254 is classified as a medium vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-36254?

To fix CVE-2020-36254, upgrade Dropbear to version 2020.79 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2020-36254 have on Dropbear users?

CVE-2020-36254 allows attackers to potentially exploit mishandling of filenames, which may lead to unexpected behavior.

4

Is CVE-2020-36254 related to any other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2020-36254 is related to CVE-2018-20685.

5

Which versions of Dropbear are affected by CVE-2020-36254?

Dropbear versions before 2020.79 are affected by CVE-2020-36254.

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