Code Execution Vulnerability in Check Point Endpoint Security Client for Windows
CVE-2020-6014
6.5MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Checkpoint
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 30 October 2020
Summary
The Check Point Endpoint Security Client for Windows, specifically versions prior to E83.20, contains a vulnerability where the system attempts to load a non-existent DLL during a Domain Name query. An attacker with administrator permissions can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code within a legitimate Check Point signed binary. This may potentially lead to client termination under specific circumstances, posing a serious risk to system integrity and security.
Affected Version(s)
Check Point Endpoint Security Client for Windows before E83.20
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved