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CVE-2020-0646

Microsoft .NET Framework Remote Code Execution

9.8 CRITICALActively exploited (CISA KEV)Public exploitEPSS 99.2%
  1. Published14 Jan 2020
  2. Added to CISA KEV3 Nov 2021
  3. Remediation due3 May 2022
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Microsoft .NET Framework contains an improper input validation vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.

Added to KEV: 3 Nov 2021Federal remediation due: 3 May 2022

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft .NET Framework fails to validate input properly, aka '.NET Framework Remote Code Execution Injection Vulnerability'.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Microsoft .net Framework3.0 · 3.5 · 3.5.1 · 4.5.2

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2020-0646 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2020-0646 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 3 Nov 2021.

How severe is CVE-2020-0646?

CVE-2020-0646 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 99.2% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2020-0646?

Affected products include Microsoft .net Framework.

How do I fix CVE-2020-0646?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.