CVE-2020-29576

CVE-2020-29576 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Eggheads Eggdrop Docker Image with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The official eggdrop Docker images before 1.8.4rc2 contain a blank password for a root user. Systems using the Eggdrop Docker container deployed by affected versions of the Docker image may allow an remote attacker to achieve root access with a blank password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-29576?
The official eggdrop Docker images before 1.8.4rc2 contain a blank password for a root user. Systems using the Eggdrop Docker container deployed by affected versions of the Docker image may allow an remote attacker to achieve root access with a blank password.
How severe is CVE-2020-29576?
CVE-2020-29576 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, 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 high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-29576 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-29576?
CVE-2020-29576 primarily affects Eggheads Eggdrop Docker Image. In total, 18 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29576?
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-2020-29576 published?
CVE-2020-29576 was published on 2020-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (18)