CVE-2020-8233
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 4.42%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8233 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A command injection vulnerability exists in EdgeSwitch firmware <v1.9.0 that allowed an authenticated read-only user to execute arbitrary shell commands over the HTTP interface, allowing them to escalate privileges.. EPSS estimates a 4.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A command injection vulnerability exists in EdgeSwitch firmware <v1.9.0 that allowed an authenticated read-only user to execute arbitrary shell commands over the HTTP interface, allowing them to escalate privileges.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ui | Edgeswitch Firmware | < 1.9.0 | — |
| Opensuse | Backports Sle | 15.0 | Sp1 |
| Opensuse | Leap | 15.1 | — |
| Opensuse | Leap | 15.2 | — |
References
- https://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-10/msg00019.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://community.ui.com/releases/EdgeMAX-EdgeSwitch-Firmware-v1-9-1-v1-9-1/8a87dfc5-70f5-4055-8d67-570db1f5695cPatch, Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-10/msg00019.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://community.ui.com/releases/EdgeMAX-EdgeSwitch-Firmware-v1-9-1-v1-9-1/8a87dfc5-70f5-4055-8d67-570db1f5695cPatch, Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8233?
A command injection vulnerability exists in EdgeSwitch firmware <v1.9.0 that allowed an authenticated read-only user to execute arbitrary shell commands over the HTTP interface, allowing them to escalate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-8233?
CVE-2020-8233 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8233?
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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