CVE-2020-12651: Buffer Overflow
Published May 15, 2020
·Updated
SecureCRT before 8.7.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Integer Overflow and a Buffer Overflow because a banner can trigger a line number to CSI functions that exceeds INT_MAX.
Affected Software
6 affected components
VanDyke Securecrt<8.7.2
Apple macOS
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
VanDyke Securecrt<2.4
Apple iPhone OS
Event History
May 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:31 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-12651?
CVE-2020-12651 is a vulnerability in SecureCRT before 8.7.2 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2020-12651?
The severity of CVE-2020-12651 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-12651?
SecureCRT versions up to and excluding 8.7.2 are affected by CVE-2020-12651.
4
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-12651?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-12651 by triggering an Integer Overflow and a Buffer Overflow using a banner.
5
How can CVE-2020-12651 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2020-12651, upgrade SecureCRT to version 8.7.2 or later.