Format String Vulnerability in AnyDesk for Linux and FreeBSD
CVE-2020-13160

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Anydesk
Status
Anydesk
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 June 2020

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 77%

What is CVE-2020-13160?

A format string vulnerability exists in AnyDesk software prior to version 5.5.3 on Linux and FreeBSD platforms. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to a full compromise of the affected system. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2020-13160
Created by Rapid7

References

https://download.anydesk.com/changelog.txt
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https://devel0pment.de/?p=1881
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158291/AnyDesk-GUI-F...
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EPSS Score

77% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2020-13160 : Format String Vulnerability in AnyDesk for Linux and FreeBSD