HIGH

CVE-2020-8437

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

20.7%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

The bencoding parser in BitTorrent uTorrent through 3.5.5 (build 45505) misparses nested bencoded dictionaries, which allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.

Technical details

Published
3/2/2020

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-8437?

The bencoding parser in BitTorrent uTorrent through 3.5.5 (build 45505) misparses nested bencoded dictionaries, which allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.

Is CVE-2020-8437 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2020-8437 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 20.7%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-8437?

CVE-2020-8437 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

Is CVE-2020-8437 affecting your environment?

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