Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in Nessus versions 8.9.0 through 8.12.0 for Windows & Nessus Agent 8.0.0 and 8.1.0 for Windows could allow an authenticated local attacker to copy user-supplied files to a specially constructed path in a specifically named user directory. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating a malicious file and copying the file to a system directory. The attacker needs valid credentials on the Windows system to exploit this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable | Nessus | >= 8.9.0, <= 8.12.0 |
| Tenable | Nessus Agent | 8.0.0 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2020-07Vendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2020-08Vendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2020-07Vendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2020-08Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5793?
CVE-2020-5793 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability in Nessus versions 8.9.0 through 8.12.0 for Windows & Nessus Agent 8.0.0 and 8.1.0 for Windows could allow an authenticated local attacker to copy user-supplied files to a specially co...
How severe is CVE-2020-5793?
CVE-2020-5793 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5793?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tenable Nessus, Tenable Nessus Agent, Microsoft Windows.