CVE-2020-9450
First published: Tue May 25 2021(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Acronis True Image 2020 24.5.22510. anti_ransomware_service.exe exposes a REST API that can be used by everyone, even unprivileged users. This API is used to communicate from the GUI to anti_ransomware_service.exe. This can be exploited to add an arbitrary malicious executable to the whitelist, or even exclude an entire drive from being monitored by anti_ransomware_service.exe.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Acronis True Image | =24.5.22510 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9450?
CVE-2020-9450 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to the REST API.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9450?
To fix CVE-2020-9450, users should update to the latest version of Acronis True Image that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2020-9450?
Exploiting CVE-2020-9450 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands and potentially install malicious software.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-9450?
CVE-2020-9450 affects all users of Acronis True Image version 24.5.22510.
What component of Acronis True Image is vulnerable in CVE-2020-9450?
The vulnerable component in CVE-2020-9450 is the anti_ransomware_service.exe which exposes an unsecured REST API.
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