CVE-2020-17759
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.53%
Last modified
CVE-2020-17759 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was found in the Evernote client for Windows 10, 7, and 2008 in the protocol handler. This enables attackers for arbitrary command execution if the user clicks on a specially crafted URL. EPSS estimates a 2.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was found in the Evernote client for Windows 10, 7, and 2008 in the protocol handler. This enables attackers for arbitrary command execution if the user clicks on a specially crafted URL. AKA: WINNOTE-19941.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evernote | Evernote | 6.17.7 | — |
| Evernote | Evernote | 6.18 | Beta2 |
References
- https://evernote.com/intl/zh-cn/security/updates/Vendor Advisory
- https://evernote.com/intl/zh-cn/security/updates/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17759?
An issue was found in the Evernote client for Windows 10, 7, and 2008 in the protocol handler. This enables attackers for arbitrary command execution if the user clicks on a specially crafted URL. AKA: WINNOTE-19941.
How severe is CVE-2020-17759?
CVE-2020-17759 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-17759?
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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