CVE-2020-27569: High severity aviatrix openvpn vulnerability

Published Apr 21, 2021
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Updated

Arbitrary File Write exists in Aviatrix VPN Client 2.8.2 and earlier. The VPN service writes logs to a location that is world writable and can be leveraged to gain write access to any file on the system.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Aviatrix OpenVPN<=2.8.2

Event History

Apr 21, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:23 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-27569?

CVE-2020-27569 is a vulnerability in Aviatrix VPN Client 2.8.2 and earlier that allows arbitrary file write.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-27569?

CVE-2020-27569 has a severity score of 7.5 (High).

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-27569?

Aviatrix VPN Client versions up to and including 2.8.2 are affected by CVE-2020-27569.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-27569?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-27569 by leveraging the world-writable log location used by the VPN service to gain write access to any file on the system.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-27569?

More information about CVE-2020-27569 can be found at the Aviatrix security bulletin article: [link](https://docs.aviatrix.com/HowTos/security_bulletin_article.html#openvpn-abitrary-file-write)

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