CVE-2020-15816 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2020-15816, a vulnerability in Western Digital WD Discovery software allowing code execution by a malicious application through library injection.
In Western Digital WD Discovery before 4.0.251.0, a malicious application running with standard user permissions could potentially execute code in the application's process through library injection by using DYLD environment variables.
Understanding CVE-2020-15816
In this CVE, a vulnerability in Western Digital WD Discovery software could allow code execution by a malicious application.
What is CVE-2020-15816?
The CVE-2020-15816 vulnerability in Western Digital WD Discovery software enables a malicious application to execute code within the application's process through library injection using DYLD environment variables.
The Impact of CVE-2020-15816
This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized code execution within the affected application, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-15816
The technical aspects of the CVE-2020-15816 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a malicious application to execute code within the WD Discovery application's process through library injection using DYLD environment variables.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Western Digital WD Discovery
- Versions affected: Before 4.0.251.0
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a malicious application running with standard user permissions to inject code into the WD Discovery application process using DYLD environment variables.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-15816.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Western Digital WD Discovery to version 4.0.251.0 or later.
- Avoid running untrusted applications on the same system as WD Discovery.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
- Implement proper access controls and user permissions to limit the impact of potential vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Western Digital to address the CVE-2020-15816 vulnerability.