CVE-2020-10868
First published: Wed Apr 01 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Avast Antivirus before 20. The aswTask RPC endpoint for the TaskEx library in the Avast Service (AvastSvc.exe) allows attackers to launch the Repair App RPC call from a Low Integrity process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avast AntiVirus | <20.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-10868.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10868?
The severity of CVE-2020-10868 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.
What is affected by CVE-2020-10868?
Avast Antivirus versions before 20.0 are affected by CVE-2020-10868.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2020-10868?
Attackers can launch the Repair App RPC call from a Low Integrity process using the aswTask RPC endpoint in Avast Antivirus before 20.0.
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2020-10868?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2020-10868.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-10868?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-10868 at the following references: [1](https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232420.0), [2](https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=232423.0), [3](https://github.com/umarfarook882/Avast_Multiple_Vulnerability_Disclosure/blob/master/README.md).
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