CVE-2020-27708: High severity electronic arts origin vulnerability

Published Oct 30, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability exists in the Origin Client that could allow a non-Administrative user to elevate their access to either Administrator or System. Once the user has obtained elevated access, they may be able to take control of the system and perform actions otherwise reserved for high privileged users or system Administrators.

Affected Software

2 affected components
ea Origin Macos<=10.5.86
ea Origin Windows<=10.5.86

Event History

Oct 30, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-27708?

CVE-2020-27708 has a high severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized elevation of privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-27708?

To fix CVE-2020-27708, users should update the Origin Client to version 10.5.87 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-27708?

CVE-2020-27708 affects both macOS and Windows versions of the Electronic Arts Origin Client up to version 10.5.86.

4

What can an attacker do if they exploit CVE-2020-27708?

If exploited, an attacker could elevate their access to Administrator or System level, allowing them to control the system.

5

Is CVE-2020-27708 a common vulnerability?

CVE-2020-27708 is considered critical as it provides a potential pathway for unauthorized access in widely used gaming software.

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