Vulnerability Description
Parallels 13 uses cleartext HTTP as part of the update process, allowing man-in-the-middle attacks. Users of out-of-date versions are presented with a pop-up window for a parallels_updates.xml file on the http://update.parallels.com web site.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels | Parallels | 13 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://almorabea.net/cves/cve-2020-7213.txtThird Party Advisory
- http://almorabea.net/en/2020/01/19/write-up-for-the-parallel-vulnerability-cve-2ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://parallels.comProductVendor Advisory
- http://almorabea.net/cves/cve-2020-7213.txtThird Party Advisory
- http://almorabea.net/en/2020/01/19/write-up-for-the-parallel-vulnerability-cve-2ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://parallels.comProductVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-7213?
CVE-2020-7213 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Parallels 13 uses cleartext HTTP as part of the update process, allowing man-in-the-middle attacks. Users of out-of-date versions are presented with a pop-up window for a parallels_updates.xml file on...
How severe is CVE-2020-7213?
CVE-2020-7213 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-7213?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Parallels Parallels.