CVE-2020-12830: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 27, 2020
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Updated

Addressed multiple stack buffer overflow vulnerabilities that could allow an attacker to carry out escalation of privileges through unauthorized remote code execution in Western Digital My Cloud devices before 5.04.114.

Affected Software

6 affected components
WesternDigital My Cloud Firmware<5.04.114
WesternDigital My Cloud Ex4100
WesternDigital My Cloud Expert Series Ex2
WesternDigital My Cloud Mirror - Gen 2
WesternDigital My Cloud Pr2100
WesternDigital My Cloud Pr4100

Event History

Oct 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:32 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-12830?

CVE-2020-12830 is a vulnerability in Western Digital My Cloud devices before version 5.04.114 that allows an attacker to carry out escalation of privileges through unauthorized remote code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-12830?

CVE-2020-12830 is considered critical with a severity score of 9.8.

3

Which Western Digital My Cloud devices are affected by CVE-2020-12830?

Western Digital My Cloud devices before version 5.04.114 are affected by CVE-2020-12830.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-12830?

To fix CVE-2020-12830, you should update your Western Digital My Cloud devices to version 5.04.114 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-12830?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-12830 on the Western Digital support website and the product security page.

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