Vulnerability identifier: #VU29094

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11901

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
TCP/IP stack
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Treck

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in DNS resolver component. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted packet and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

TCP/IP stack: All versions

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-20-168-01
http://treck.com/vulnerability-response-information/
http://kb.cert.org/vuls/id/257161

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.