CVE-2020-14515

Description

CodeMeter (All versions prior to 6.90 when using CmActLicense update files with CmActLicense Firm Code) has an issue in the license-file signature checking mechanism, which allows attackers to build arbitrary license files, including forging a valid license file as if it were a valid license file of an existing vendor. Only CmActLicense update files with CmActLicense Firm Code are affected.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: n/a CodeMeter
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-20-203-01 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14515?
CVE-2020-14515 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-14515?
To fix CVE-2020-14515, 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-2020-14515 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-14515 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-2020-14515?
CVE-2020-14515 affects n/a CodeMeter.
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