Code Execution Vulnerability in Check Point Endpoint Security Client for Windows
CVE-2020-6014

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Checkpoint
Status
Check Point Endpoint Security Client For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 October 2020

What is CVE-2020-6014?

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.

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Affected Version(s)

Check Point Endpoint Security Client for Windows before E83.20

References

https://supportcontent.checkpoint.com/solutions?id=sk168081
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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

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