CVE-2020-5419

RabbitMQ arbitrary code execution using local binary planting

Description

RabbitMQ versions 3.8.x prior to 3.8.7 are prone to a Windows-specific binary planting security vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution. An attacker with write privileges to the RabbitMQ installation directory and local access on Windows could carry out a local binary hijacking (planting) attack and execute arbitrary code.

Category

6.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: VMware Tanzu RabbitMQ
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://tanzu.vmware.com/security/cve-2020-5419 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-5419?
CVE-2020-5419 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-5419?
To fix CVE-2020-5419, 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-2020-5419 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-5419 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-2020-5419?
CVE-2020-5419 affects VMware Tanzu RabbitMQ.
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