CVE-2017-20123 Viscosity DLL untrusted search path
An attacker can execute arbitrary code by exploiting an untrusted search path vulnerability in the Viscosity VPN client's DLL handler.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-20123?
CVE-2017-20123 is a high-severity vulnerability in unspecified Viscosity, published on 30 Jun 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability was found in Viscosity 1.6.7. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the component DLL Handler. The manipulation leads to untrusted search path. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 1.6.8 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-20123?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Sparklabs Viscosity.
How do I fix CVE-2017-20123?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-20123 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2017-20123 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2017-20123 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in unspecified Viscosity
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5g9x-j9pv-6g6f.