Insecure DLL loading in Lenovo System Interface Foundation component for Lenovo Vantage
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-8324 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-427 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Lenovo System Interface Foundation Other software / Other software solutions |
| Vendor | Lenovo |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Insecure DLL loading
EUVDB-ID: #VU27003
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8324
CWE-ID:
CWE-427 - Uncontrolled Search Path Element
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner in LenovoAppScenarioPluginSystem for Lenovo System Interface Foundation component for Lenovo Vantage. A local user can place a specially crafted .dll file on a remote SMB fileshare, trick the victim into opening a file, associated with the vulnerable application, and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsLenovo System Interface Foundation: before 1.2.184.31
External linkshttp://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-30401
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
