CVE-2020-12474
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 2.53%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12474 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Telegram Desktop through 2.0.1, Telegram through 6.0.1 for Android, and Telegram through 6.0.1 for iOS allow an IDN Homograph attack via Punycode in a public URL or a group chat invitation URL.. EPSS estimates a 2.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Telegram Desktop through 2.0.1, Telegram through 6.0.1 for Android, and Telegram through 6.0.1 for iOS allow an IDN Homograph attack via Punycode in a public URL or a group chat invitation URL.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Telegram | Telegram | <= 6.0.1 |
| Telegram | Telegram Desktop | <= 2.0.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12474?
Telegram Desktop through 2.0.1, Telegram through 6.0.1 for Android, and Telegram through 6.0.1 for iOS allow an IDN Homograph attack via Punycode in a public URL or a group chat invitation URL.
How severe is CVE-2020-12474?
CVE-2020-12474 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12474?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-12474?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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