CVE-2020-9681 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Adobe Genuine Service version 6.6 (and earlier) is affected by an Uncontrolled Search Path element vulnerability, allowing an authenticated attacker to rewrite the administrator's file, potentially leading to elevated permissions.

Understanding CVE-2020-9681

Adobe Genuine Service privilege escalation vulnerability

What is CVE-2020-9681?

Adobe Genuine Service version 6.6 and earlier are vulnerable to an Uncontrolled Search Path element issue
Attackers with authentication can exploit this to modify administrator files, potentially gaining elevated permissions

The Impact of CVE-2020-9681

CVSS Score: 6.5 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Local
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
User Interaction: Required
Exploitation requires user interaction

Technical Details of CVE-2020-9681

Vulnerability Description

Uncontrolled Search Path Element (CWE-427)
Authenticated attackers can rewrite administrator files

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: GoCart by Adobe
Affected Versions: <= 6.6, None

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers need authentication to exploit the vulnerability

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security patches from Adobe
Monitor for any unauthorized file modifications

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege
Regularly review and update access controls

Patching and Updates

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