Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in ConnectWise Automate by ConnectWise
CVE-2020-15838

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Connectwise
Status
Automate
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 October 2020

What is CVE-2020-15838?

The Agent Update System in ConnectWise Automate prior to version 2020.8 is susceptible to privilege escalation due to inadequately configured permissions on the _LTUPDATE folder. This vulnerability enables an attacker to gain elevated privileges within the system, potentially allowing unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive data crucial for business operations. Security measures should be evaluated and updated to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://www.connectwise.com/company/trust/security-bulletins
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https://dbeta.com/2020/10/05/PrivilegeEscalationInAutomat...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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