CVE-2020-10140: High severity acronis true image vulnerability

Published Oct 21, 2020
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Updated

Acronis True Image 2021 fails to properly set ACLs of the C:\ProgramData\Acronis directory. Because some privileged processes are executed from the C:\ProgramData\Acronis, an unprivileged user can achieve arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges by placing a DLL in one of several paths within C:\ProgramData\Acronis.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Acronis True Image=2021

Event History

Oct 21, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-10140?

CVE-2020-10140 is a vulnerability in Acronis True Image 2021 that allows an unprivileged user to achieve arbitrary code execution with SYSTEM privileges.

2

How does CVE-2020-10140 occur?

CVE-2020-10140 occurs because Acronis True Image 2021 fails to properly set ACLs of the C:\ProgramData\Acronis directory.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-10140?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-10140 by placing a DLL in one of several paths within the C:\ProgramData\Acronis directory.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10140?

CVE-2020-10140 has a severity rating of 7.3 (high).

5

How do I fix CVE-2020-10140?

To fix CVE-2020-10140, update Acronis True Image 2021 to the latest version or apply the vendor-supplied patch.

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