CVE-2020-11024 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

In Moonlight iOS/tvOS before 4.0.1, the pairing process is vulnerable to a man-in-the-middle attack. The bug has been fixed in Moonlight v4.0.1 for iOS and tvOS.

Understanding CVE-2020-11024

In Moonlight iOS/tvOS before 4.0.1, a vulnerability existed that could allow a man-in-the-middle attack during the pairing process.

What is CVE-2020-11024?

This CVE refers to a security vulnerability in Moonlight iOS/tvOS versions prior to 4.0.1 that could be exploited by an attacker to perform a man-in-the-middle attack.

The Impact of CVE-2020-11024

The vulnerability poses a medium-severity risk with a CVSS base score of 6.1. It could lead to high confidentiality impact and requires user interaction for exploitation.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-11024

Moonlight iOS/tvOS before 4.0.1 is susceptible to a man-in-the-middle attack during the pairing process.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to intercept and potentially manipulate data exchanged during the pairing process, compromising the security of the connection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Moonlight
Vendor: moonlight-stream
Versions Affected: < 4.0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: High
Attack Vector: Physical
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: Required
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-11024 and enhance security:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Moonlight to version 4.0.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Avoid connecting to untrusted networks while using Moonlight.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Moonlight and other software to patch security vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe pairing practices and the risks of man-in-the-middle attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Moonlight to promptly apply patches and protect against known vulnerabilities.