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
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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