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CVE-2020-10608

7.8 · HIGH

In OSIsoft PI System multiple products and versions, a local attacker can plant a binary and bypass a code integrity check for loading PI System libraries.

Published Jul 24, 2020CWE-347EPSS 0.24%

Overview

CVE-2020-10608 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 24, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In OSIsoft PI System multiple products and versions, a local attacker can plant a binary and bypass a code integrity check for loading PI System libraries. This exploitation can target another local user of PI System software on the computer to escalate privilege and result in unauthorized information disclosure, deletion, or modification.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-10608?

CVE-2020-10608 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 24, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2020-10608?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-10608?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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