CVE-2020-8338

Description

A DLL search path vulnerability was reported in Lenovo Diagnostics prior to version 4.35.4 that could allow a user with local access to execute code on the system.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Upgrade to Lenovo Diagnostics version 4.35.4 (or newer).

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory lenovo.com
Affected: Lenovo Diagnostics
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-32702 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8338?
CVE-2020-8338 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-8338?
To fix CVE-2020-8338: Upgrade to Lenovo Diagnostics version 4.35.4 (or newer).
Is CVE-2020-8338 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-8338 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-2020-8338?
CVE-2020-8338 affects Lenovo Diagnostics.
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