CVE-2020-25266
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-25266 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. AppImage appimaged before 1.0.3 does not properly check whether a downloaded file is a valid appimage. For example, it will accept a crafted mp3 file that contains an appimage, and install it.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
AppImage appimaged before 1.0.3 does not properly check whether a downloaded file is a valid appimage. For example, it will accept a crafted mp3 file that contains an appimage, and install it.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Appimage | Appimaged | < 1.0.3 |
References
- https://github.com/refi64/CVE-2020-25265-25266Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/refi64/CVE-2020-25265-25266Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-25266?
AppImage appimaged before 1.0.3 does not properly check whether a downloaded file is a valid appimage. For example, it will accept a crafted mp3 file that contains an appimage, and install it.
How severe is CVE-2020-25266?
CVE-2020-25266 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-25266?
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-2020-25266?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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