CVE-2020-36528 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the critical CVE-2020-36528 affecting Platinum Mobile 1.0.4.850. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
A vulnerability, classified as critical, was found in Platinum Mobile 1.0.4.850 affecting /MobileHandler.ashx, leading to broken access control. Upgrading to version 1.0.4.851 is recommended to address this issue.
Understanding CVE-2020-36528
This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Platinum Mobile 1.0.4.850 that impacts access control.
What is CVE-2020-36528?
The vulnerability in Platinum Mobile 1.0.4.850 allows attackers to exploit broken access control via /MobileHandler.ashx, requiring authentication for the attack.
The Impact of CVE-2020-36528
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.5, with medium severity. It can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-36528
This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Platinum Mobile 1.0.4.850 affects /MobileHandler.ashx, resulting in broken access control.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Platinum Mobile
- Version: 1.0.4.850
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Adjacent Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Scope: Unchanged
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Impact: Low
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-36528, follow these mitigation steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade the affected component to version 1.0.4.851.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and systems to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong access control mechanisms.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure all software patches and updates are promptly applied to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.