CVE-2020-4545
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CVE-2020-4545 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Aspera Connect 3.9.9 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper loading of Dynamic Link Libraries by the import feature. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted .DLL file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. EPSS estimates a 3.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Aspera Connect 3.9.9 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper loading of Dynamic Link Libraries by the import feature. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted .DLL file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 183190.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aspera Connect | <= 3.9.9 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/183190VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6326537Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/183190VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6326537Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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