CVE-2020-16970
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16970 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Azure Sphere Unsigned Code Execution Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Azure Sphere Unsigned Code Execution Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Azure Sphere | < 20.07 |
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-16970Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1118Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-16970Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2020-1118Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16970?
Azure Sphere Unsigned Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2020-16970?
CVE-2020-16970 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16970?
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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