CVE-2020-6174
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2020-6174 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxfoundation | The Update Framework | <= 0.12.1 |
References
- https://github.com/theupdateframework/tuf/pull/974Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/theupdateframework/tuf/pull/974Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6174?
TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.
How severe is CVE-2020-6174?
CVE-2020-6174 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6174?
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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