CVE-2020-10140

Description

Acronis True Image 2021 fails to properly set ACLs of the C:\ProgramData\Acronis directory. Because some privileged processes are executed from the C:\ProgramData\Acronis, an unprivileged user can achieve arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges by placing a DLL in one of several paths within C:\ProgramData\Acronis.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory cert.org
Affected: Acronis True Image
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/114757 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10140?
CVE-2020-10140 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-10140?
To fix CVE-2020-10140, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-10140 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-10140 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-10140?
CVE-2020-10140 affects Acronis True Image.
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