CVE-2020-27939
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.90%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27939 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Macos | < 11.1.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27939?
This issue was addressed with improved checks. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave. Processing a maliciously crafted image may lead to arbitrary code execution.
How severe is CVE-2020-27939?
CVE-2020-27939 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27939?
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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