CVE-2016-20060: Hotspot Shield Privilege Escalation (6.0.3)
Platform
windows
Component
hotspotshield
CVE-2016-20060 is a privilege escalation vulnerability found in Hotspot Shield versions 6.0.3–6.0.3. This flaw stems from an unquoted service path, enabling local attackers to execute malicious code with elevated privileges. Successful exploitation allows attackers to inject executable files into the service path, leading to code execution with LocalSystem privileges upon service restart or system reboot. No official patch is currently available.
How to fix
Actualice Hotspot Shield a una versión corregida. La vulnerabilidad se encuentra en la ruta de servicio no entrecomillada, por lo que actualizar a la última versión disponible soluciona el problema. Consulte el sitio web oficial de Hotspot Shield para obtener la última versión.
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2016-20060?
CVE-2016-20060 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in Hotspot Shield 6.0.3. It allows a local attacker to execute malicious code with LocalSystem privileges by exploiting an unquoted service path.
Am I affected by CVE-2016-20060?
You are potentially affected if you are running Hotspot Shield version 6.0.3. This vulnerability only affects this specific version.
How can I fix or mitigate CVE-2016-20060?
Currently, there is no official patch available for CVE-2016-20060. Mitigation strategies may include restricting access to the service path or disabling the vulnerable service until a patch is released.
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