CVE-2020-13417

An Elevation of Privilege issue was discovered in Aviatrix VPN Client before 2.10.7, because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2020-7224

published May 22, 2020

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An incomplete fix in the Aviatrix VPN Client is lurking! If you're using a version earlier than 2.10.7, you might just be leaving a door ajar for privilege escalation. 🔥 Think of it like having a key to a hotel room but not realizing the staff can still access it with a master key. Even though your room is locked, the incomplete fix means an unwanted guest could still stroll in! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on your system, potentially giving them access to sensitive data or control over system functions. Although there's no known exploitation, the risks posed by this flaw shouldn't be underestimated!

Put simply

Think of it like having a key to a hotel room but not realizing the staff can still access it with a master key. Even though your room is locked, the incomplete fix means an unwanted guest could still stroll in! This Elevation of Privilege issue arises from an inadequate resolution of a previous vulnerability (CVE-2020-7224) affecting OpenSSL parameters across Linux, macOS, and Windows installations of the Aviatrix VPN Client.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on your system, potentially giving them access to sensitive data or control over system functions. Although there's no known exploitation, the risks posed by this flaw shouldn't be underestimated! To safeguard your environment, upgrade your Aviatrix VPN Client to version 2.10.7 or later immediately. Additionally, review your systems for any unauthorized access or changes. Staying updated is key to your security! You've got this! By taking these steps, you're well on your way to locking down your systems. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02257 · 82.8th percentile
Published
2020-05-22T20:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 MAY 20:47Z
    An Elevation of Privilege issue was discovered in Aviatrix VPN Client before 2.10.7, because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2020-7224
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