CVE-2020-6174

CVE-2020-6174 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Linuxfoundation The Update Framework with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-347.

Key facts

Description

TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-6174?
TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.
How severe is CVE-2020-6174?
CVE-2020-6174 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-6174 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-6174?
CVE-2020-6174 affects Linuxfoundation The Update Framework. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6174?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-6174 published?
CVE-2020-6174 was published on 2020-02-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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