Is CVE-2020-6572 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2020-6572 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2020-6572 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2020-6572 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-6572?

CVE-2020-6572 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2020-6572

Published: January 10, 2022

EPSS:19.07%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:95.2th

Official Description

Google Chrome Media contains a use-after-free vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code via a crafted HTML page.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Google Chrome Media Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Google Chrome Media contains a use-after-free vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code via a crafted HTML page.

Added to KEV: 2022-01-10Federal patch deadline: 2022-07-10

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-6572 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2020-6572 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.