7.8
CWE
426
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-7079

First published: Fri Apr 17 2020(Updated: )

An improper signature validation vulnerability in Autodesk Dynamo BIM versions 2.5.1 and 2.5.0 may lead to code execution through maliciously crafted DLL files.

Credit: psirt@autodesk.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Autodesk Dynamo=2.5.0
Autodesk Dynamo=2.5.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-7079?

    CVE-2020-7079 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for code execution through malicious DLL files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-7079?

    To fix CVE-2020-7079, upgrade Autodesk Dynamo BIM to version 2.5.2 or later, which addresses the improper signature validation issue.

  • What versions of Autodesk Dynamo BIM are affected by CVE-2020-7079?

    CVE-2020-7079 affects Autodesk Dynamo BIM versions 2.5.0 and 2.5.1.

  • What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-2020-7079?

    CVE-2020-7079 facilitates code execution attacks through the use of maliciously crafted DLL files.

  • Are there any known exploits for CVE-2020-7079?

    As of now, there are no widely reported exploits specifically targeting CVE-2020-7079, but the vulnerability itself poses a significant risk.

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