CVE-2020-10947
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.02%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10947 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Mac Endpoint for Sophos Central before 9.9.6 and Mac Endpoint for Sophos Home before 2.2.6 allow Privilege Escalation.. EPSS estimates a 2.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mac Endpoint for Sophos Central before 9.9.6 and Mac Endpoint for Sophos Home before 2.2.6 allow Privilege Escalation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Anti-Virus For Sophos Central | < 9.9.6 |
| Sophos | Anti-Virus For Sophos Home | < 2.2.6 |
References
- https://www.sophos.com/en-us.aspxVendor Advisory
- https://www.sophos.com/en-us.aspxVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10947?
Mac Endpoint for Sophos Central before 9.9.6 and Mac Endpoint for Sophos Home before 2.2.6 allow Privilege Escalation.
How severe is CVE-2020-10947?
CVE-2020-10947 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10947?
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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