CVE-2020-18897
CVE-2020-18897 is a high-severity vulnerability in Libpff Project Libpff with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-416.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.4
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (41st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-416
- Affected product: Libpff Project Libpff
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An use-after-free vulnerability in the libpff_item_tree_create_node function of libyal Libpff before 20180623 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted pff file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-18897?
- An use-after-free vulnerability in the libpff_item_tree_create_node function of libyal Libpff before 20180623 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted pff file.
- How severe is CVE-2020-18897?
- CVE-2020-18897 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-18897 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (41st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-18897?
- CVE-2020-18897 affects Libpff Project Libpff. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-18897?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-18897 published?
- CVE-2020-18897 was published on 2021-08-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:libpff_project:libpff:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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