CVE-2019-20396

CVE-2019-20396 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cesnet Libyang with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

A segmentation fault is present in yyparse in libyang before v1.0-r1 due to a malformed pattern statement value during lys_parse_path parsing.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-20396?
A segmentation fault is present in yyparse in libyang before v1.0-r1 due to a malformed pattern statement value during lys_parse_path parsing.
How severe is CVE-2019-20396?
CVE-2019-20396 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-20396 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-20396?
CVE-2019-20396 primarily affects Cesnet Libyang. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20396?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-20396 published?
CVE-2019-20396 was published on 2020-01-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (11)

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