CVE-2020-8271
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 11.08%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8271 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Unauthenticated remote code execution with root privileges in Citrix SD-WAN Center versions before 11.2.2, 11.1.2b and 10.2.8. EPSS estimates a 11.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unauthenticated remote code execution with root privileges in Citrix SD-WAN Center versions before 11.2.2, 11.1.2b and 10.2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix | Sd-Wan | >= 10.2.0, < 10.2.8 |
| Citrix | Sd-Wan | >= 11.1.0, < 11.1.2b |
| Citrix | Sd-Wan | >= 11.2.0, < 11.2.2 |
References
- https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX285061Vendor Advisory
- https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX285061Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8271?
Unauthenticated remote code execution with root privileges in Citrix SD-WAN Center versions before 11.2.2, 11.1.2b and 10.2.8
How severe is CVE-2020-8271?
CVE-2020-8271 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 11.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8271?
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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