#VU29591 Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in Gateway Plug-in for Linux - CVE-2020-8199

Vulnerability identifier: #VU29591

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 7.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8199

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Gateway Plug-in for Linux
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Citrix

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Gateway Plug-in for Linux: before 1.0.0.137

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External links
https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX276688

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.