PatchTheCVECVE-2020-7907: In the JetBrains Scala plugin before 2019.2.1, some artefact dependencies were resolved over unencrypted conne
CVE-2020-7907 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting scala. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In the JetBrains Scala plugin before 2019.2.1, some artefact dependencies were resolved over unencrypted connections.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 42%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-319 |
| Published | 2020-02-21 |
| 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-2020-7907?
scala: upgrade to 2019.2.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-7907 being exploited?
CVE-2020-7907 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-2020-7907 affect?
CVE-2020-7907 affects scala. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). In the JetBrains Scala plugin before 2019.2.1, some artefact dependencies were resolved over unencrypted connections.
How urgent is CVE-2020-7907?
Priority 46/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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