CVE-2020-29602

CVE-2020-29602 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Irssi 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 irssi docker images before 1.1-alpine (Alpine specific) contain a blank password for a root user. System using the irssi 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-2020-29602?
The official irssi docker images before 1.1-alpine (Alpine specific) contain a blank password for a root user. System using the irssi 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-2020-29602?
CVE-2020-29602 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-2020-29602 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-29602?
CVE-2020-29602 affects Irssi Docker Image. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29602?
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-2020-29602 published?
CVE-2020-29602 was published on 2020-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)