Vulnerability Description
Deserialization of Untrusted Data in Plex Media Server on Windows allows a remote, authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary Python code.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Plex | Media Server | < 1.19.3 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158470/Plex-Unpickle-Dict-Windows-Remote-CoExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2020-32ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158470/Plex-Unpickle-Dict-Windows-Remote-CoExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2020-32ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2020-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5741?
CVE-2020-5741 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Deserialization of Untrusted Data in Plex Media Server on Windows allows a remote, authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary Python code.
How severe is CVE-2020-5741?
CVE-2020-5741 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5741?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Plex Media Server, Microsoft Windows.