CVE-2020-7804: OS Command Injection

Published Apr 29, 2020
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Updated

ActiveX Control(HShell.dll) in Handy Groupware 1.7.3.1 for Windows 7, 8, and 10 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary command via the ShellExec method.

Affected Software

4 affected components
HandySoft Groupware=1.7.3.1
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 8

Event History

Apr 29, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-7804?

CVE-2020-7804 is a vulnerability in ActiveX Control(HShell.dll) in Handy Groupware 1.7.3.1 for Windows 7, 8, and 10 that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via the ShellExec method.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7804?

The severity of CVE-2020-7804 is high with a severity value of 7.2.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-7804?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-7804 by using the ShellExec method of the ActiveX Control(HShell.dll) in Handy Groupware 1.7.3.1 to execute arbitrary commands.

4

Which versions of Handy Groupware are affected by CVE-2020-7804?

Handy Groupware 1.7.3.1 is the specific version affected by CVE-2020-7804.

5

Are Microsoft Windows 7, 8, and 10 vulnerable to CVE-2020-7804?

No, Microsoft Windows 7, 8, and 10 are not vulnerable to CVE-2020-7804.

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