7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-16100

First published: Tue Sep 15 2020(Updated: )

It is possible for an unauthenticated remote DCOM websocket connection to crash the Command Centre service's DCOM websocket thread due to improper shutdown of closed websocket connections, preventing it from accepting future DCOM websocket (Configuration Client) connections. Affected versions are v8.20 prior to v8.20.1166(MR3), v8.10 prior to v8.10.1211(MR5), v8.00 prior to v8.00.1228(MR6), all versions of 7.90 and earlier.

Credit: disclosures@gallagher.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.00<8.00.1228
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.10<8.10.1211
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.20<8.20.1166
Gallagher Command Centre=8.00.1228
Gallagher Command Centre=8.10.1211
Gallagher Command Centre=8.20.1166

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-16100?

    CVE-2020-16100 has been classified with a severity that indicates it could lead to Denial of Service due to remote daemon disruptions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-16100?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-16100, you should upgrade to the latest version of Gallagher Command Centre beyond the affected versions.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2020-16100?

    CVE-2020-16100 affects versions of Gallagher Command Centre from 8.00 to 8.20, including specific versions 8.00.1228, 8.10.1211, and 8.20.1166.

  • Can CVE-2020-16100 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2020-16100 can be exploited remotely through unauthenticated DCOM websocket connections.

  • What impact does CVE-2020-16100 have on system availability?

    CVE-2020-16100 can cause the Command Centre service to crash, preventing it from accepting future DCOM websocket connections.

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