PatchTheCVECVE-2020-8175: Uncontrolled resource consumption in `jpeg-js` before 0.4.0 may allow attacker to launch denial of service att
CVE-2020-8175 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.5) affecting jpeg-js. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Uncontrolled resource consumption in `jpeg-js` before 0.4.0 may allow attacker to launch denial of service attacks using specially a crafted JPEG image.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.5 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.1% (top 35%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-400 |
| Published | 2020-07-24 |
| 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-2020-8175?
jpeg-js: upgrade to 0.4.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-8175 being exploited?
CVE-2020-8175 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-2020-8175 affect?
CVE-2020-8175 affects jpeg-js. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.5). Uncontrolled resource consumption in `jpeg-js` before 0.4.0 may allow attacker to launch denial of service attacks using specially a crafted JPEG image.
How urgent is CVE-2020-8175?
Priority 40/100. Public exploit reference
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