CVE-2020-12614 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

This CVE record pertains to an issue discovered in BeyondTrust Privilege Management for Windows through version 5.6, potentially allowing malicious actors to elevate privileges from a standard user to an administrator.

Understanding CVE-2020-12614

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in BeyondTrust Privilege Management for Windows that could lead to privilege escalation.

What is CVE-2020-12614?

The vulnerability in BeyondTrust Privilege Management for Windows through version 5.6 allows a malicious actor to exploit the publisher criteria, enabling them to elevate privileges from a standard user to an administrator.

The Impact of CVE-2020-12614

The exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized elevation of privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-12614

This section provides technical details about the CVE-2020-12614 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue in BeyondTrust Privilege Management for Windows through version 5.6 allows malicious actors to leverage the publisher criteria to achieve Elevation of Privileges from a standard user to an administrator.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Affected Versions: All versions up to and including 5.6

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the publisher criteria in the certificate, allowing unauthorized users to escalate their privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-12614, follow these mitigation and prevention steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected functionality if possible.
Monitor for any unauthorized privilege escalations.
Implement the latest security updates from BeyondTrust.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations.
Conduct security training to educate users on privilege escalation risks.

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest patches and updates provided by BeyondTrust to fix the vulnerability and enhance system security.