CVE-2020-0640
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 8.17%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0640 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly accesses objects in memory, aka 'Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 8.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly accesses objects in memory, aka 'Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 10 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 11 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 9 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0640Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0640Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0640?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly accesses objects in memory, aka 'Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-0640?
CVE-2020-0640 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 8.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0640?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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