CVE-2020-16282
CVE-2020-16282 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rangee Rangeeos with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (29th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Rangee Rangeeos
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In the default configuration of Rangee GmbH RangeeOS 8.0.4, all components are executed in the context of the privileged root user. This may allow a local attacker to break out of the restricted environment or inject malicious code into the application and fully compromise the operating system.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-16282?
- In the default configuration of Rangee GmbH RangeeOS 8.0.4, all components are executed in the context of the privileged root user. This may allow a local attacker to break out of the restricted environment or inject malicious code into the application and fully compromise the operating system.
- How severe is CVE-2020-16282?
- CVE-2020-16282 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-16282 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-16282?
- CVE-2020-16282 affects Rangee Rangeeos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-16282?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-16282 published?
- CVE-2020-16282 was published on 2020-08-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:rangee:rangeeos:8.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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