Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the uninstaller component of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Mac OS could allow an authenticated, local attacker to corrupt the content of any file in the filesystem. The vulnerability is due to the incorrect handling of directory paths. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating a symbolic link (symlink) to a target file on a specific path. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to corrupt the contents of the file. If the file is a critical systems file, the exploit could lead to a denial of service condition. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker would need to have valid credentials on the system.Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client | < 4.9.00086 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-3432?
CVE-2020-3432 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.6 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in the uninstaller component of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client for Mac OS could allow an authenticated, local attacker to corrupt the content of any file in the filesystem. T...
How severe is CVE-2020-3432?
CVE-2020-3432 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-3432?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client.