CVE-2020-17365

Improper directory permissions in the Hotspot Shield VPN client software for Windows 10.3.0 and earlier may allow an authorized user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access. The vulnerability allows a local user to corrupt system files: a local user can create a specially crafted symbolic link to a critical file on the system and overwrite it with privileges of the application.
Configurations

Configuration 1 (hide)

cpe:2.3:a:pango:hotspot_shield:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*

History

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Information

Published : 2020-09-24 23:15

Updated : 2023-12-10 13:41


NVD link : CVE-2020-17365

Mitre link : CVE-2020-17365

CVE.ORG link : CVE-2020-17365


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Products Affected

pango

  • hotspot_shield
CWE
CWE-59

Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')

CWE-732

Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource