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CVE-2020-7474

7.8 · HIGH

A CWE-427: Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability exists in ProSoft Configurator (v1.002 and prior), for the PMEPXM0100 (H) module, which could cause the execution of untrusted code when us…

Published Mar 23, 2020CWE-427EPSS 0.43%

Overview

CVE-2020-7474 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 23, 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. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A CWE-427: Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability exists in ProSoft Configurator (v1.002 and prior), for the PMEPXM0100 (H) module, which could cause the execution of untrusted code when using double click to open a project file which may trigger execution of a malicious DLL.

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-2020-7474?

CVE-2020-7474 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 23, 2020 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2020-7474?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-7474?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2020-7474?

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