CVE-2020-5976

Name: CVE-2020-5976
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-09-18T15:15:13.78+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-5976 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA GeForce NOW, versions prior to 2.0.23 (Windows, macOS) and versions prior to 5.31 (Android, Shield TV), contains a vulnerability in the application software where the network test component transmits sensitive information insecurely, which may lead to information disclosure.. EPSS estimates a 1.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

NVIDIA GeForce NOW, versions prior to 2.0.23 (Windows, macOS) and versions prior to 5.31 (Android, Shield TV), contains a vulnerability in the application software where the network test component transmits sensitive information insecurely, which may lead to information disclosure.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

1.09%

61.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nvidia	Geforce Now	< 2.0.23
Nvidia	Geforce Now	< 5.31
Nvidia	Games	< 5.31

References

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5052Vendor Advisory
https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5052Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 18, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-5976?

How severe is CVE-2020-5976?

CVE-2020-5976 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-5976?

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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Source: NVD / NIST