CVE-2020-27518
First published: Tue May 04 2021(Updated: )
All versions of Windscribe VPN for Mac and Windows <= v2.02.10 contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the WindscribeService component. A low privilege user could leverage several openvpn options to execute code as root/SYSTEM.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windscribe | <=2.02.10 | |
| Windscribe | <=2.02.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-27518?
CVE-2020-27518 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27518?
To fix CVE-2020-27518, update Windscribe VPN to a version later than 2.02.10.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-27518?
CVE-2020-27518 affects all versions of Windscribe VPN for Mac and Windows up to version 2.02.10.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2020-27518?
An attacker can leverage CVE-2020-27518 to execute code with root or SYSTEM privileges.
Is CVE-2020-27518 specific to certain operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2020-27518 specifically affects Windscribe VPN on Mac and Windows platforms.
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