CVE-2020-29622
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.06%
Last modified
CVE-2020-29622 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2021-005 Catalina. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2021-005 Catalina. Mounting a maliciously crafted NFS network share may lead to arbitrary code execution with system privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | >= 10.15, <= 10.15.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.15.7 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212805Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212805Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-29622?
A race condition was addressed with additional validation. This issue is fixed in Security Update 2021-005 Catalina. Mounting a maliciously crafted NFS network share may lead to arbitrary code execution with system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-29622?
CVE-2020-29622 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29622?
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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