CVE-2020-27744
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 5.91%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27744 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Western Digital My Cloud NAS devices before 5.04.114. They allow remote code execution with resultant escalation of privileges.. EPSS estimates a 5.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Western Digital My Cloud NAS devices before 5.04.114. They allow remote code execution with resultant escalation of privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Westerndigital | My Cloud Firmware | < 5.04.114 |
References
- https://www.comparitech.com/blog/information-security/security-vulnerabilities-80000-devices-update-now/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.comparitech.com/blog/information-security/security-vulnerabilities-80000-devices-update-now/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27744?
An issue was discovered on Western Digital My Cloud NAS devices before 5.04.114. They allow remote code execution with resultant escalation of privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-27744?
CVE-2020-27744 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27744?
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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