CVE-2020-10862
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10862 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Avast Antivirus before 20. The aswTask RPC endpoint for the TaskEx library in the Avast Service (AvastSvc.exe) allows attackers to achieve Local Privilege Escalation (LPE) via RPC.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Avast Antivirus before 20. The aswTask RPC endpoint for the TaskEx library in the Avast Service (AvastSvc.exe) allows attackers to achieve Local Privilege Escalation (LPE) via RPC.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avast | Antivirus | < 20.0 |
References
- https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232420.0Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232423.0Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/umarfarook882/Avast_Multiple_Vulnerability_Disclosure/blob/master/README.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232420.0Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232423.0Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/umarfarook882/Avast_Multiple_Vulnerability_Disclosure/blob/master/README.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10862?
An issue was discovered in Avast Antivirus before 20. The aswTask RPC endpoint for the TaskEx library in the Avast Service (AvastSvc.exe) allows attackers to achieve Local Privilege Escalation (LPE) via RPC.
How severe is CVE-2020-10862?
CVE-2020-10862 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10862?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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