CWE
269
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-8257

First published: Mon Dec 14 2020(Updated: )

Improper privilege management on services run by Citrix Gateway Plug-in for Windows, versions before and including 13.0-61.48 and 12.1-58.15, lead to privilege escalation attacks

Credit: support@hackerone.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Citrix Gateway Plug-in For Linux>=12.0<=12.1-58.15
Citrix Gateway Plug-in For Linux>=13.0<=13.0-61.48

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-8257?

    CVE-2020-8257 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-8257?

    The recommended fix for CVE-2020-8257 is to upgrade to Citrix Gateway Plug-in version 13.0-61.49 or 12.1-58.16 or later.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2020-8257 facilitate?

    CVE-2020-8257 can facilitate privilege escalation attacks on services run by the affected Citrix software.

  • Which versions of Citrix Gateway Plug-in are affected by CVE-2020-8257?

    CVE-2020-8257 affects Citrix Gateway Plug-in versions prior to and including 13.0-61.48 and 12.1-58.15.

  • What should I do if I cannot immediately upgrade to fix CVE-2020-8257?

    If you cannot upgrade immediately, consider implementing temporary security measures, such as restricting access to vulnerable services.

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