CVE-2020-28864: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 23, 2020
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Updated

Buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 allows a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a long file name.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WinSCP WinSCP=5.17.8

Event History

Nov 23, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:12 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-28864?

CVE-2020-28864 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in WinSCP version 5.17.8 that allows a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a long file name.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-28864?

CVE-2020-28864 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).

3

Which software version is affected by CVE-2020-28864?

WinSCP version 5.17.8 is affected by CVE-2020-28864.

4

How can a malicious FTP server exploit CVE-2020-28864?

A malicious FTP server can exploit CVE-2020-28864 by sending a long file name, triggering a buffer overflow and causing a denial of service or other unspecified impact.

5

Are there any fixes or patches available for CVE-2020-28864?

At the moment, there are no known fixes or patches available for CVE-2020-28864. It is recommended to update to a newer version of WinSCP when one becomes available.

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