CVE-2020-23160

Name: CVE-2020-23160
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-01-26T18:15:42.317+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 6.93%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-23160 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Remote code execution in Pyrescom Termod4 time management devices before 10.04k allows authenticated remote attackers to arbitrary commands as root on the devices.. EPSS estimates a 6.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Remote code execution in Pyrescom Termod4 time management devices before 10.04k allows authenticated remote attackers to arbitrary commands as root on the devices.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

6.93%

93.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pyres	Termod4 Firmware	< 10.04k

References

https://github.com/Outpost24/Pyrescom-Termod-PoCExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://outpost24.com/blog/multiple-vulnerabilities-discovered-in-Pyrescom-Termod4-smart-deviceExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://pyres.com/en/solutions/termod-4/Product, Vendor Advisory
https://github.com/Outpost24/Pyrescom-Termod-PoCExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://outpost24.com/blog/multiple-vulnerabilities-discovered-in-Pyrescom-Termod4-smart-deviceExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://pyres.com/en/solutions/termod-4/Product, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 26, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-23160?

Remote code execution in Pyrescom Termod4 time management devices before 10.04k allows authenticated remote attackers to arbitrary commands as root on the devices.

How severe is CVE-2020-23160?

CVE-2020-23160 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 6.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-23160?

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-2020-23160?

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Source: NVD / NIST