CVE-2020-1380
Microsoft Internet Explorer contains a memory corruption vulnerability which can allow for remote code execution in the context of the current user.
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- CISA KEV
- Yes — actively exploited (added 2021-11-03, remediation due 2022-05-03)
- Weakness (CWE)
- CWE-787
Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer contains a memory corruption vulnerability which can allow for remote code execution in the context of the current user.
Affected products
- Microsoft Internet Explorer
Affected ranges per NVD CPE data; confirm exact versions in the vendor advisory.
Required action (CISA)
Apply updates per vendor instructions. Federal remediation deadline: 2022-05-03.
How to prioritize this
This vulnerability is on the CISA KEV list, meaning it is being actively exploited — treat it as urgent regardless of the raw CVSS number. Use the live CVE lookup for the latest NVD data, and the CVSS 3.1 calculator to model your own environmental score.
FAQ
Is CVE-2020-1380 actively exploited?
Yes. CISA added CVE-2020-1380 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on 2021-11-03, with a federal remediation deadline of 2022-05-03. A KEV listing means real-world exploitation is confirmed, so patching this should be prioritized above many higher-CVSS bugs that aren't being exploited.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-1380?
CVE-2020-1380 has no published CVSS base score yet — NVD analysis can lag disclosure. Check the vendor references for an interim severity.
Related vulnerabilities
- CVE-2010-0249 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
- CVE-2010-0806 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
- CVE-2010-3962 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
- CVE-2013-3893 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
- CVE-2012-4792 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
- CVE-2013-3163 — Microsoft Internet Explorer
Data source: NVD & CISA KEV. Shown as-is; nothing added. Last generated from NVD data — re-check the live tool for updates.
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