CVE-2020-8317 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-8317, a DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo Drivers Management allowing code execution with elevated privileges. Find mitigation steps and update information here.
A DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo Drivers Management prior to version 2.7.1128.1046 could allow an authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges.
Understanding CVE-2020-8317
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Lenovo Drivers Management that could lead to code execution with elevated privileges.
What is CVE-2020-8317?
CVE-2020-8317 is a DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo Drivers Management before version 2.7.1128.1046, enabling an authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8317
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.3, indicating a high severity issue with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-8317
This section provides technical details of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
A DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo Drivers Management allows an authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Drivers Management
- Vendor: Lenovo
- Versions Affected: < 2.7.1128.1046 (unspecified, custom version)
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Vector: Local
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Scope: Unchanged
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability Impact: High
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2020-8317 with the following steps.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Lenovo Drivers Management to version 2.7.1128.1046 or newer.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update software versions.
- Implement least privilege access controls.
- Conduct security training for users on safe computing practices.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security patches and updates from Lenovo.