CVE-2020-10940
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10940 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Local Privilege Escalation can occur in PHOENIX CONTACT PORTICO SERVER through 3.0.7 when installed to run as a service.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Local Privilege Escalation can occur in PHOENIX CONTACT PORTICO SERVER through 3.0.7 when installed to run as a service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenixcontact | Portico Server 1 Client | <= 3.0.7 |
| Phoenixcontact | Portico Server 16 Client | <= 3.0.7 |
| Phoenixcontact | Portico Server 4 Client | <= 3.0.7 |
References
- https://cert.vde.com/en-us/advisories/vde-2020-013Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.vde.com/en-us/advisories/vde-2020-013Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10940?
Local Privilege Escalation can occur in PHOENIX CONTACT PORTICO SERVER through 3.0.7 when installed to run as a service.
How severe is CVE-2020-10940?
CVE-2020-10940 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10940?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-10940?
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