CVE-2020-1455
CVE-2020-1455 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Sql Server Management Studio with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.3)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (65th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Microsoft Sql Server Management Studio
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A denial of service vulnerability exists when Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) improperly handles files. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability to trigger a denial of service. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would first require execution on the victim system. The security update addresses the vulnerability by ensuring Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio properly handles files.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-1455?
- A denial of service vulnerability exists when Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) improperly handles files. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability to trigger a denial of service. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would first require execution on the victim system. The security update addresses the vulnerability by ensuring Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio properly handles files.
- How severe is CVE-2020-1455?
- CVE-2020-1455 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2020-1455 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-1455?
- CVE-2020-1455 affects Microsoft Sql Server Management Studio. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-1455?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2020-1455 published?
- CVE-2020-1455 was published on 2020-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:sql_server_management_studio:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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