CVE-2020-8269
First published: Mon Nov 16 2020(Updated: )
An unprivileged Windows user on the VDA can perform arbitrary command execution as SYSTEM in CVAD versions before 2009, 1912 LTSR CU1 hotfixes CTX285870 and CTX286120, 7.15 LTSR CU6 hotfix CTX285344 and 7.6 LTSR CU9
Credit: support@hackerone.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops | <=2006 | |
| Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops | >=1903<=1912 | |
| Citrix XenApp | <7.6 | |
| Citrix XenApp | >=7.7<7.15 | |
| Citrix XenApp | =7.6 | |
| Citrix XenApp | =7.6-cu8 | |
| Citrix XenApp | =7.15 | |
| Citrix XenApp | =7.15-cu6 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | <7.6 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | >=7.7<7.15 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | =7.6 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | =7.6-cu8 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | =7.15 | |
| Citrix XenDesktop | =7.15-cu6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-8269.
What is the severity level of CVE-2020-8269?
CVE-2020-8269 has a severity level of critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-8269?
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops versions before 2009, 1912 LTSR CU1 hotfixes CTX285870 and CTX286120, 7.15 LTSR CU6 hotfix CTX285344, and 7.6 LTSR CU9 are affected.
How can an unprivileged Windows user exploit CVE-2020-8269?
An unprivileged Windows user on the VDA can perform arbitrary command execution as SYSTEM.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-8269?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2020-8269. Please refer to the official Citrix support article for more information.
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