Is CVE-2020-14123 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-14123 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-14123 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2020-14123 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-14123?

CVE-2020-14123 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2020-14123

CWE-415Published: April 22, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

There is a pointer double free vulnerability in Some MIUI Services. When a function is called, the memory pointer is copied to two function modules, and an attacker can cause the pointer to be repeatedly released through malicious operations, resulting in the affected module crashing and affecting normal functionality, and if successfully exploited the vulnerability can cause elevation of privileges.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-14123 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.