CVE-2020-9788
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.88%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9788 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.5. EPSS estimates a 0.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.5. A file may be incorrectly rendered to execute JavaScript.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 10.15.5 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT211170Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211170Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9788?
A validation issue was addressed with improved input sanitization. This issue is fixed in macOS Catalina 10.15.5. A file may be incorrectly rendered to execute JavaScript.
How severe is CVE-2020-9788?
CVE-2020-9788 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9788?
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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