CVE-2020-24742
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.17%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24742 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue has been fixed in Qt versions 5.14.0 where QPluginLoader attempts to load plugins relative to the working directory, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted files.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue has been fixed in Qt versions 5.14.0 where QPluginLoader attempts to load plugins relative to the working directory, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qt | Qt | >= 5.6.0, < 5.12.7 |
| Qt | Qt | >= 5.13.0, <= 5.13.2 |
References
- https://codereview.qt-project.org/c/qt/qtbase/+/280730Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://codereview.qt-project.org/c/qt/qtbase/+/280730Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24742?
An issue has been fixed in Qt versions 5.14.0 where QPluginLoader attempts to load plugins relative to the working directory, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted files.
How severe is CVE-2020-24742?
CVE-2020-24742 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24742?
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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