PatchTheCVECVE-2020-7709: This affects the package json-pointer before 0.6.1
CVE-2020-7709 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.0) affecting json-pointer. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
This affects the package json-pointer before 0.6.1. Multiple reference of object using slash is supported.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.0 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.8% (top 22%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-1321 |
| Published | 2020-10-05 |
| 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-2020-7709?
json-pointer: upgrade to 0.6.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-7709 being exploited?
CVE-2020-7709 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-2020-7709 affect?
CVE-2020-7709 affects json-pointer. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.0). This affects the package json-pointer before 0.6.1. Multiple reference of object using slash is supported.
How urgent is CVE-2020-7709?
Priority 46/100. Public exploit reference
Related CVEs
- CVE-2022-4742 MEDIUM 6.3 UPGRADE A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in json-pointer up to 0.6.1
- CVE-2021-23820 MEDIUM 5.6 UPGRADE This affects all versions of package json-pointer