CVE-2020-5896

Description

On versions 7.1.5-7.1.9, the BIG-IP Edge Client's Windows Installer Service's temporary folder has weak file and folder permissions.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: n/a F5 Edge Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K15478554 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-5896?
CVE-2020-5896 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-5896?
To fix CVE-2020-5896, 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-2020-5896 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-5896 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-2020-5896?
CVE-2020-5896 affects n/a F5 Edge Client.
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