CVE-2020-11897

The Treck TCP/IP stack before 5.0.1.35 has an Out-of-Bounds Write via multiple malformed IPv6 packets

published June 17, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
9%
Percentile
95.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An OOB write vulnerability lurks in the Treck TCP/IP stack, ready to pounce on malformed IPv6 packets! Think of it like a waiter who mixes up orders in a restaurant, serving the wrong dish to the wrong table — it can lead to some seriously unexpected consequences when the wrong data hits the system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to introduce chaos into your system, potentially causing crashes or unpredictable behavior. While it's not currently known to be exploited, it's always wise to stay ahead of any lurking dangers!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who mixes up orders in a restaurant, serving the wrong dish to the wrong table — it can lead to some seriously unexpected consequences when the wrong data hits the system. This vulnerability allows for an Out-of-Bounds Write through multiple malformed IPv6 packets, leading to possible memory corruption and unpredictable system behavior.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to introduce chaos into your system, potentially causing crashes or unpredictable behavior. While it's not currently known to be exploited, it's always wise to stay ahead of any lurking dangers! To secure your systems, upgrade to Treck TCP/IP stack version 5.0.1.35 or later. Regularly monitor your network for any signs of unusual packet activity, and ensure your IPv6 configurations are robust and up-to-date. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll be well on your way to safeguarding your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09141 · 95.3th percentile
Published
2020-06-17T10:23Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 JUN 10:23Z
    The Treck TCP/IP stack before 5.0.1.35 has an Out-of-Bounds Write via multiple malformed IPv6 packets
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