CVE-2020-24972
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
21.3 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The Kleopatra component before 3.1.12 (and before 20.07.80) for GnuPG allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because openpgp4fpr: URLs are supported without safe handling of command-line options. The Qt platformpluginpath command-line option can be used to load an arbitrary DLL.
Technical details
- Published
- 2020-08-29
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2020-24972?
The Kleopatra component before 3.1.12 (and before 20.07.80) for GnuPG allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code because openpgp4fpr: URLs are supported without safe handling of command-line options. The Qt platformpluginpath command-line option can be used to load an arbitrary DLL.
Is CVE-2020-24972 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2020-24972 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 21.3%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-24972?
CVE-2020-24972 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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