CVE-2020-12647 Other in n/a

High 8.8 Published Updated

The Unisys ALGOL Compiler may emit invalid code sequences under rare syntax conditions, potentially causing system faults or compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2020-12647?

CVE-2020-12647 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 May 2020. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Unisys ALGOL Compiler 58.1 before 58.1a.15, 59.1 before 59.1a.9, and 60.0 before 60.0a.5 can emit invalid code sequences under rare circumstances related to syntax. The resulting code could, for example, trigger a system fault or adversely affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-12647?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Unisys Algol Compiler.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12647?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-12647 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2020-12647 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-12647 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jvc8-5wqv-h35h.

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