Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in GnuPG's Kleopatra Component
CVE-2020-24972
Key Information:
- Vendor
Kleopatra Project
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 29 August 2020
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What is CVE-2020-24972?
The Kleopatra component in GnuPG prior to version 3.1.12 and 20.07.80 is susceptible to a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This is due to the improper handling of openpgp4fpr: URLs, which lack adequate safeguarding for command-line options. An attacker could exploit this by manipulating the Qt platformpluginpath option to load malicious DLL files, leading to uncontrolled execution of code within the affected application.
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
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EPSS Score
21% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved