CVE-2020-7079

Name: CVE-2020-7079
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-04-17T18:15:11.9+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-7079 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper signature validation vulnerability in Autodesk Dynamo BIM versions 2.5.1 and 2.5.0 may lead to code execution through maliciously crafted DLL files.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An improper signature validation vulnerability in Autodesk Dynamo BIM versions 2.5.1 and 2.5.0 may lead to code execution through maliciously crafted DLL files.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-426

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Autodesk	Dynamo Bim	2.5.0
Autodesk	Dynamo Bim	2.5.1

References

https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2020-0001Vendor Advisory
https://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2020-0001Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 17, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-7079?

An improper signature validation vulnerability in Autodesk Dynamo BIM versions 2.5.1 and 2.5.0 may lead to code execution through maliciously crafted DLL files.

How severe is CVE-2020-7079?

CVE-2020-7079 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-7079?

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