CVE-2020-10664 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

The IGMP component in VxWorks 6.8.3 IPNET CVE patches created in 2019 has a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability.

Understanding CVE-2020-10664

This CVE record details a specific vulnerability affecting VxWorks 6.8.3 IPNET CVE patches.

What is CVE-2020-10664?

The CVE-2020-10664 vulnerability involves a NULL Pointer Dereference in the IGMP component of VxWorks 6.8.3 IPNET CVE patches created in 2019.

The Impact of CVE-2020-10664

This vulnerability could potentially lead to a denial of service (DoS) condition or allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-10664

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the IGMP component of VxWorks 6.8.3 IPNET CVE patches allows for a NULL Pointer Dereference, which can be exploited by attackers.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: VxWorks 6.8.3 IPNET CVE patches created in 2019

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trigger a NULL Pointer Dereference, potentially leading to a DoS or arbitrary code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-10664 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the vulnerability.
Monitor vendor communications for any specific mitigation guidance.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and firmware to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by VxWorks for CVE-2020-10664.