Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Server
CVE-2020-10658

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Proofpoint

Status
Insider Threat Management Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 January 2021

What is CVE-2020-10658?

The Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Server prior to version 7.9.1 contains a vulnerability within the ITM application server's WriteImage API. This weakness permits an unauthorized remote attacker to execute arbitrary code with local administrator privileges, stemming from improper deserialization practices. Organizations utilizing this software should prioritize updating to the latest version to mitigate potential security risks.

References

https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog
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https://www.proofpoint.com/us/security/security-advisorie...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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