CVE-2020-0796β€”Microsoft SMBv3 Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

PUBLISHEDvulnerability record
2022-02-10 Β· last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2020-0796
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
SMBv3
Date Added:
2022-02-10
Due Date:
2022-08-10
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft SMBv3 Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Microsoft Server Message Block 3.1.1 (SMBv3) protocol handles certain requests. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could gain the ability to execute code on the target server or client.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-0796

Related News Articles

Related Weaknesses

browse all CVEs