CVE-2020-7868 Helpu remote code execution vulnerability
Attackers can execute arbitrary code remotely via improper validation in the login function of the HelpU remote administration tool.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2020-7868?
CVE-2020-7868 is a critical command injection vulnerability in helpu.ocx, published on 29 Jun 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in helpUS(remote administration tool) due to improper validation of parameter of ShellExecutionExA function used for login.
Weakness: CWE-141
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-7868?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Helpu Helpu.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7868?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-7868 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2020-7868 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-7868 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-vwmw-mc3r-9mpx.