CVE-2021-20037
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CVE-2021-20037 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. SonicWall Global VPN Client 4.10.5 installer (32-bit and 64-bit) incorrect default file permission vulnerability leads to privilege escalation which potentially allows command execution in the host operating system. This vulnerability impacts GVC 4.10.5 installer and earlier.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SonicWall Global VPN Client 4.10.5 installer (32-bit and 64-bit) incorrect default file permission vulnerability leads to privilege escalation which potentially allows command execution in the host operating system. This vulnerability impacts GVC 4.10.5 installer and earlier.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sonicwall | Global Vpn Client | <= 4.10.5 |
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