Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2020-3432 |
CWE-ID | CWE-59 |
Exploitation vector | Local |
Public exploit | N/A |
Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Client/Desktop applications / Other client software |
Vendor | Cisco Systems, Inc |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU29467
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-3432
CWE-ID:
CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to corrupt the content of any file in the filesystem.
The vulnerability exists due to the incorrect handling of directory paths in the uninstaller component. A local user can create a symbolic link (symlink) to a target file on a specific path and corrupt the contents of the file, leading to denial of service (DoS) condition.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsCisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client: 4.8.3036
External linksQ & 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.