CVE-2020-8231
CVSS v3
7.5
HIGH
EPSS Score
3.8 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
Due to use of a dangling pointer, libcurl 7.29.0 through 7.71.1 can use the wrong connection when sending data.
Technical details
- Published
- 2020-12-14
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2020-8231?
Due to use of a dangling pointer, libcurl 7.29.0 through 7.71.1 can use the wrong connection when sending data.
Is CVE-2020-8231 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2020-8231 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 3.8% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-8231?
CVE-2020-8231 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).
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