CVE-2020-0789
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0789 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A denial of service vulnerability exists when the Visual Studio Extension Installer Service improperly handles hard links, aka 'Visual Studio Extension Installer Service Denial of Service Vulnerability'.. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A denial of service vulnerability exists when the Visual Studio Extension Installer Service improperly handles hard links, aka 'Visual Studio Extension Installer Service Denial of Service Vulnerability'.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2019 | >= 16.0, <= 16.4 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0789Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0789Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0789?
A denial of service vulnerability exists when the Visual Studio Extension Installer Service improperly handles hard links, aka 'Visual Studio Extension Installer Service Denial of Service Vulnerability'.
How severe is CVE-2020-0789?
CVE-2020-0789 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0789?
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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