CVE-2020-6785: Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer

Published Mar 25, 2021
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Updated

Loading a DLL through an Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer in versions 10.1.0, 10.0.1, 10.0.0 and 9.0.0 and older potentially allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system. This affects both the installer as well as the installed application. This also affects Bosch DIVAR IP 7000 R2, Bosch DIVAR IP all-in-one 5000 and Bosch DIVAR IP all-in-one 7000 with installers and installed BVMS versions prior to BVMS 10.1.1.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Bosch Video Management System<9.0
Bosch Video Management System>=10.0<10.0.2
Bosch Video Management System>=10.1<10.1.1
Bosch DIVAR IP 7000 R2
Bosch DIVAR IP all-in-one 5000
Bosch DIVAR IP all-in-one 7000
Bosch Video Management System Viewer<9.0
Bosch Video Management System Viewer>=10.0<10.0.2
Bosch Video Management System Viewer>=10.1.0<10.1.1

Event History

Mar 25, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-6785?

CVE-2020-6785 is a vulnerability in Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system.

2

Which versions of Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer are affected by CVE-2020-6785?

Versions 10.1.0, 10.0.1, 10.0.0, and 9.0.0 and older of Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer are affected by CVE-2020-6785.

3

How severe is CVE-2020-6785?

CVE-2020-6785 has a severity score of 7.8, which is considered high.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-6785?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-6785 by loading a DLL through an uncontrolled search path element in Bosch BVMS and BVMS Viewer.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-6785?

There is currently no information available on a fix for CVE-2020-6785. It is recommended to follow the vendor's security advisory for updates.

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