DLL Search Path Flaw in Lenovo Diagnostics Software
CVE-2020-8338

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Lenovo
Status
Diagnostics
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 October 2020

Summary

A DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo Diagnostics, prior to version 4.35.4, has been identified that exposes systems to potential code execution risks due to improper handling of dynamic-link library search paths. This vulnerability could be exploited by a local user to run unauthorized code, emphasizing the need for users to update their systems to the latest version to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

Diagnostics < 4.35.4

References

https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-32702
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Lenovo thanks Xavier DANEST - Decathlon for reporting this issue.
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