Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows Agent
CVE-2020-8884

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Proofpoint

Status
Insider Threat Management
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 January 2021

What is CVE-2020-8884?

The Proofpoint Insider Threat Management Windows Agent, prior to version 7.9, is susceptible to a remote code execution vulnerability due to improper deserialization over named pipes. This flaw allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges, potentially compromising the entire system. It is essential for users to update to the latest version to mitigate this security risk.

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:
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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