CVE-2020-8345 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-8345, a DLL search path vulnerability in Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin allowing privilege escalation. Find mitigation steps and update instructions.
A DLL search path vulnerability in the Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin for Lenovo Vantage hardware scan feature prior to version 1.0.46.11 could lead to privilege escalation.
Understanding CVE-2020-8345
What is CVE-2020-8345?
This CVE describes a vulnerability in the Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin that could allow an attacker to escalate privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2020-8345
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-2020-8345
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is due to a DLL search path issue in the Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Vantage HardwareScan Plugin
- Vendor: Lenovo
- Versions Affected: < 1.0.46.11
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin to version 1.0.46.11
- Reboot the computer or restart the "System Interface Foundation Service" to initiate the update
- Verify the plugin version in File Explorer
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and firmware
- Implement least privilege access controls
Patching and Updates
- Ensure the Lenovo HardwareScan Plugin is automatically updated by the Lenovo System Interface Foundation Service
- Monitor for security advisories and apply patches promptly