CVE-2020-12647 describes a vulnerability in specific versions of the Unisys ALGOL Compiler (58.1, 59.1, and 60.0) where rare syntax conditions can lead to the generation of invalid code sequences. This flaw, rated 8.8 HIGH (CVSSv3.1), has a local attack vector with low complexity, allowing an authenticated attacker to potentially trigger system faults and severely impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
>= 58.1, < 58.1a.15CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:unisys:algol_compiler:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
>= 59.1, < 59.1a.9CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:unisys:algol_compiler:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
>= 60.0, < 60.0a.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:unisys:algol_compiler:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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