CVE-2020-9005
CVE-2020-9005 is a high-severity vulnerability in Valvesoftware Dota 2 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-787.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Valvesoftware Dota 2
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
meshsystem.dll in Valve Dota 2 through 2020-02-17 allows remote attackers to achieve code execution or denial of service by creating a gaming server with a crafted map, and inviting a victim to this server. A GetValue call is mishandled.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-9005?
- meshsystem.dll in Valve Dota 2 through 2020-02-17 allows remote attackers to achieve code execution or denial of service by creating a gaming server with a crafted map, and inviting a victim to this server. A GetValue call is mishandled.
- How severe is CVE-2020-9005?
- CVE-2020-9005 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-9005 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-9005?
- CVE-2020-9005 affects Valvesoftware Dota 2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-9005?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-9005 published?
- CVE-2020-9005 was published on 2020-02-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:valvesoftware:dota_2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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