SB2020072122 - Remote code execution in Citrix Workspace App for Windows



SB2020072122 - Remote code execution in Citrix Workspace App for Windows

Published: July 21, 2020 Updated: September 23, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020072122
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Insufficient verification of data authenticity (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8207)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists within the automatic update service due to improper verification of data authenticity when installing updates. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary application on the system with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability requires that Windows file sharing (SMB) is enabled on the affected system and the updater service is running.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.