CVE-2020-37060

HIGHCVSS 8.5/10EPSS 0.16%

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CVE-2020-37060 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Atomic Alarm Clock 6.3 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability in its service configuration that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted service path by placing a malicious executable named 'Program.exe' to gain persistent system-level access.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Atomic Alarm Clock 6.3 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability in its service configuration that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted service path by placing a malicious executable named 'Program.exe' to gain persistent system-level access.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

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Status
Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-37060?
Atomic Alarm Clock 6.3 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability in its service configuration that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted service path by placing a malicious executable named 'Program.exe' to gain persistent system-level access.
How severe is CVE-2020-37060?
CVE-2020-37060 has a CVSS score of 8.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-37060?
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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Source: NVD / NIST