CVE-2020-8190 : What You Need to Know

Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway versions before 13.0-58.30, 12.1-57.18, 12.0-63.21, 11.1-64.14, and 10.5-70.18 are affected by incorrect file permissions leading to privilege escalation.

Understanding CVE-2020-8190

This CVE involves a privilege escalation vulnerability in Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway.

What is CVE-2020-8190?

Incorrect file permissions in Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway versions prior to 13.0-58.30, 12.1-57.18, 12.0-63.21, 11.1-64.14, and 10.5-70.18 can be exploited for privilege escalation.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8190

This vulnerability allows attackers to escalate their privileges on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8190

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from incorrect file permissions in Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway, enabling privilege escalation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: Citrix ADC, Citrix Gateway
Versions: 13.0-58.30, 12.1-57.18, 12.0-63.21, 11.1-64.14, 10.5-70.18

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the incorrect file permissions to elevate their privileges on the affected Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway versions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-8190 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Citrix promptly.
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities on the network.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems to prevent vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access.

Patching and Updates

Citrix has released patches to address this vulnerability; ensure all affected systems are updated to the latest secure versions.