PatchTheCVECVE-2020-7672: mosc through 1.0.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary Code Execution
CVE-2020-7672 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.6) affecting mosc. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
mosc through 1.0.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary Code Execution. User input provided to `properties` argument is executed by the `eval` function, resulting in code execution.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.6 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.0% (top 19%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-94 |
| Published | 2020-06-10 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-7672?
mosc: upgrade to newer than 1.0.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-7672 being exploited?
CVE-2020-7672 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-7672 affect?
CVE-2020-7672 affects mosc. Severity is high (CVSS 8.6). mosc through 1.0.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary Code Execution. User input provided to `properties` argument is executed by the `eval` function, resulting in code execution.
How urgent is CVE-2020-7672?
Priority 60/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action