What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-9046?

All versions of Kantech EntraPass Editions up to and including version 8.22 are affected by CVE-2020-9046.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9046?

CVE-2020-9046 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).

How can an authorized low-privileged user exploit CVE-2020-9046?

An authorized low-privileged user can exploit CVE-2020-9046 by replacing critical files with specially crafted files.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9046?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-9046 in the security advisories published by Johnson Controls and the US-CERT website.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-9046

high

8.8

CWE

269 284

26/5/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-9046: Kantech EntraPass Security Management Software - System Permissions Vulnerability

Q: What is CVE-2020-9046?

CVE-2020-9046 is a vulnerability in all versions of Kantech EntraPass Editions that could potentially allow an authorized low-privileged user to gain full system-level privileges by replacing critical files with specifically crafted files.

First published: Tue May 26 2020(Updated: )

A vulnerability in all versions of Kantech EntraPass Editions could potentially allow an authorized low-privileged user to gain full system-level privileges by replacing critical files with specifically crafted files.

Credit: productsecurity@jci.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Johnsoncontrols Kantech Entrapass	<=8.22
Johnsoncontrols Kantech Entrapass	<=8.22
Johnsoncontrols Kantech Entrapass	<=8.22

Remedy

Upgrade all Kantech EntraPass Editions to version 8.23. Registered users can obtain the critical software update by downloading the zip file from the Software Downloads location at https://kantech.com/Support/SoftwareDownloads.aspx.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-9046?
CVE-2020-9046 is a vulnerability in all versions of Kantech EntraPass Editions that could potentially allow an authorized low-privileged user to gain full system-level privileges by replacing critical files with specifically crafted files.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-9046?
All versions of Kantech EntraPass Editions up to and including version 8.22 are affected by CVE-2020-9046.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9046?
CVE-2020-9046 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).
How can an authorized low-privileged user exploit CVE-2020-9046?
An authorized low-privileged user can exploit CVE-2020-9046 by replacing critical files with specially crafted files.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-9046?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-9046 in the security advisories published by Johnson Controls and the US-CERT website.

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