Learn about CVE-2020-7360, an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Philips SmartControl software. Find out the impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
Philips SmartControl DLL Hijacking
Understanding CVE-2020-7360
This CVE involves an Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in Philips SmartControl software.
What is CVE-2020-7360?
An Uncontrolled Search Path Element (CWE-427) vulnerability in SmartControl version 4.3.15 and earlier versions may allow an authenticated user to escalate privileges by placing a specially crafted DLL file in the search path. The issue was resolved in version 1.0.7.
The Impact of CVE-2020-7360
Technical Details of CVE-2020-7360
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to escalate privileges by placing a specially crafted DLL file in the search path.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by placing a malicious DLL file in the search path, leading to privilege escalation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-7360 with the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates