MEDIUM
CVE-2020-27283
CWE-404Published: January 6, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An attacker could send a specially crafted message to Crimson 3.1 (Build versions prior to 3119.001) that could leak arbitrary memory locations.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-27283 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
redlion1 product(s)
crimson
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official NIST entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-005-04Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-005-04Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-27283
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-404
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 6, 2021
Related CVEs (CWE-404)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-27283 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.