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CVE-2020-7688: The issue occurs because tagName user input is formatted inside the exec function is executed without any chec

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HIGH 8.4UPGRADE

CVE-2020-7688 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.4) affecting mversion. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The issue occurs because tagName user input is formatted inside the exec function is executed without any checks.

Why this priority

  • High severity
  • Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score8.4 (High)
Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededNone
User interactionNone
EPSS exploit chance0.5% (top 54%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-78
Published2020-07-01
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): Snyk · Vendor: mversion project

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

mversion project mversion UPGRADE
Affected: < 2.0.1
Fixed in: 2.0.1
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy mversion || rpm -q mversion || mversion --version
2. UPGRADE to 2.0.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade mversion
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade mversion
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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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-2020-7688?

mversion: upgrade to 2.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2020-7688 being exploited?

CVE-2020-7688 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-2020-7688 affect?

CVE-2020-7688 affects mversion. Severity is high (CVSS 8.4). The issue occurs because tagName user input is formatted inside the exec function is executed without any checks.

How urgent is CVE-2020-7688?

Priority 46/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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