CVE-2020-7745 : What You Need to Know

This CVE involves a malicious package in MintegralAdSDK that allows remote code execution on user devices.

Understanding CVE-2020-7745

This vulnerability affects MintegralAdSDK versions prior to 6.6.0.0, enabling remote arbitrary code execution.

What is CVE-2020-7745?

MintegralAdSDK package before version 6.6.0.0 contains malicious functionality acting as a backdoor.
Allows Mintegral and partners to execute arbitrary code on user devices remotely.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7745

CVSS Base Score: 7.1 (High Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Integrity Impact: High
Confidentiality Impact: Low
User Interaction: Required
Exploit Code Maturity: High
Privileges Required: None
Scope: Unchanged
Availability Impact: None
Remediation Level: Unavailable

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7745

This section provides in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

MintegralAdSDK package before 6.6.0.0 contains a backdoor allowing remote code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: MintegralAdSDK
Vendor: Not specified
Affected Versions: < 6.6.0.0 (Custom version)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely through the network without requiring any special privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from this CVE with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update MintegralAdSDK to version 6.6.0.0 or higher.
Monitor and restrict network access to prevent unauthorized code execution.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and monitor third-party SDKs for security vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches for MintegralAdSDK to address known vulnerabilities.