CVE-2020-9801
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9801 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.1. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.1. A malicious process may cause Safari to launch an application.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | < 13.1.1 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/HT211177Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/HT211177Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9801?
A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.1. A malicious process may cause Safari to launch an application.
How severe is CVE-2020-9801?
CVE-2020-9801 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9801?
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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Are you affected by CVE-2020-9801?
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