CVE-2020-15024
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CVE-2020-15024 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the Login Password feature of the Password Manager component in Avast Antivirus 20.1.5069.562. An entered password continues to be stored in Windows main memory after a logout, and after a Lock Vault operation.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the Login Password feature of the Password Manager component in Avast Antivirus 20.1.5069.562. An entered password continues to be stored in Windows main memory after a logout, and after a Lock Vault operation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Avast | Antivirus | 20.1.5069.562 |
References
- http://nestedif.com/avast-antivirus-password-manager-vulnerability-improper-session-handling-leading-to-information-disclosure-advisory/Third Party Advisory, URL Repurposed
- http://nestedif.com/avast-antivirus-password-manager-vulnerability-improper-session-handling-leading-to-information-disclosure-advisory/Third Party Advisory, URL Repurposed
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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