CVE-2020-24383

CVE-2020-24383 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Butok Fnet with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. 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-125.

Key facts

Description

An issue was discovered in FNET through 4.6.4. The code for processing resource records in mDNS queries doesn't check for proper '\0' termination of the resource record name string, leading to an out-of-bounds read, and potentially causing information leak or Denial-or-Service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-24383?
An issue was discovered in FNET through 4.6.4. The code for processing resource records in mDNS queries doesn't check for proper '\0' termination of the resource record name string, leading to an out-of-bounds read, and potentially causing information leak or Denial-or-Service.
How severe is CVE-2020-24383?
CVE-2020-24383 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-24383 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-24383?
CVE-2020-24383 affects Butok Fnet. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24383?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-24383 published?
CVE-2020-24383 was published on 2020-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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