CVE-2020-9912

Name: CVE-2020-9912
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-10-16T17:15:16.857+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.28%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-9912 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.2. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.2. A malicious attacker may be able to change the origin of a frame for a download in Safari Reader mode.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.28%

19.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	< 13.1.2

References

https://support.apple.com/HT211292Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://support.apple.com/HT211292Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 16, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-9912?

A logic issue was addressed with improved restrictions. This issue is fixed in Safari 13.1.2. A malicious attacker may be able to change the origin of a frame for a download in Safari Reader mode.

How severe is CVE-2020-9912?

CVE-2020-9912 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-9912?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-9912?

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Source: NVD / NIST