SB2020020735 - Fedora 31 update for ipmitool 



SB2020020735 - Fedora 31 update for ipmitool

Published: February 7, 2020 Updated: April 25, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2020020735
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5208)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to multiple functions in ipmitool neglect proper checking of the data received from a remote LAN party. A remote authenticated attacker can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the ipmitool side.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.