Security readout for executives and security teams
This vulnerability affects CA Client Automation Agent for Windows versions 14.0 through 14.3. A low-privileged local attacker could use insecure file access to gain higher privileges on an affected Windows system. It is not described as remotely exploitable, but it can turn ordinary local access into full system compromise. Exposure is limited to Windows hosts running CA Client Automation Agent versions 14.0, 14.1, 14.2, or 14.3. Internet-facing exposure is not indicated by the CVSS vector. Risk is highest on shared workstations, servers with local users, or environments where attackers may first gain low-privileged access. High priority for organizations using CA Client Automation on Windows. This is not presented as a remote internet worm risk, but it can let a foothold become administrative control on affected endpoints. Remediate during the next urgent endpoint-management cycle, faster for sensitive systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory Windows systems for CA Client Automation Agent versions 14.0 through 14.3.; Review Broadcom advisory CA20191218-01 for supported fixed versions or vendor workarounds.; Apply Broadcom-recommended remediation through normal endpoint management change control..
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.3 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.35.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
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7.3HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/product-content/recommended-reading/security-notices/CA20191218-01-security-notice-for-ca-client-automation-agent-for-windows.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- 20191225 CA20191218-01: Security Notice for CA Client Automation Agent for WindowsCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_BUGTRAQ
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