7.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-23864

First published: Tue Oct 27 2020(Updated: )

An issue exits in IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547. Local escalation of privileges is possible by dropping a malicious DLL file into the WindowsApps folder.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IOBit Malware Fighter=8.0.2.547

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this issue in IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547?

    The vulnerability ID for this issue in IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547 is CVE-2020-23864.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-23864?

    The severity of CVE-2020-23864 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

  • How can a local escalation of privileges be achieved in IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547?

    A local escalation of privileges can be achieved in IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547 by dropping a malicious DLL file into the WindowsApps folder.

  • What is the affected software in this vulnerability?

    The affected software in this vulnerability is IOBit Malware Fighter version 8.0.2.547.

  • Is there any reference or source for more information about this vulnerability?

    Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at http://daniels-it-blog.blogspot.com/2020/07/iobit-malware-fighter-arbitrary-code.html.

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