CVE-2020-4097

Description

In HCL Notes version 9 previous to release 9.0.1 FixPack 10 Interim Fix 8, version 10 previous to release 10.0.1 FixPack 6 and version 11 previous to 11.0.1 FixPack 1, a vulnerability in the input parameter handling of the Notes Client could potentially be exploited by an attacker resulting in a buffer overflow. This could enable an attacker to crash HCL Notes or execute attacker-controlled code on the client.

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory hcltechsw.com
Affected: n/a HCL Notes
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4097?
CVE-2020-4097 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-4097?
To fix CVE-2020-4097, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-4097 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-4097 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-4097?
CVE-2020-4097 affects n/a HCL Notes.
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