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CVE-2020-13109

9.8 · CRITICAL

Morita Shogi 64 through 2020-05-02 for Nintendo 64 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packet data to the built-in modem because 0x800b3e94 (aka the IF subcommand…

Published May 16, 2020CWE-787EPSS 4.88%

Overview

CVE-2020-13109 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 16, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Morita Shogi 64 through 2020-05-02 for Nintendo 64 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packet data to the built-in modem because 0x800b3e94 (aka the IF subcommand to top-level command 7) has a stack-based buffer overflow.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-13109?

CVE-2020-13109 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 16, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2020-13109?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-13109?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2020-13109?

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