PatchTheCVECVE-2020-13110: The kerberos package before 1.0.0 for Node.js allows arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation via inj
CVE-2020-13110 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting kerberos. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The kerberos package before 1.0.0 for Node.js allows arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation via injection of malicious DLLs through use of the kerberos_sspi LoadLibrary() method, because of a DLL path search.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 46%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-427 |
| Published | 2020-05-16 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-13110?
kerberos: upgrade to 1.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-13110 being exploited?
CVE-2020-13110 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-13110 affect?
CVE-2020-13110 affects kerberos. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). The kerberos package before 1.0.0 for Node.js allows arbitrary code execution and privilege escalation via injection of malicious DLLs through use of the kerberos_sspi LoadLibrary() method, because of a DLL path search.
How urgent is CVE-2020-13110?
Priority 46/100. High severity; Public exploit reference