CVE-2020-24367
CVE-2020-24367 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bluestacks with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-732.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-732
- Affected product: Bluestacks
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Incorrect file permissions in BlueStacks 4 through 4.230 on Windows allow a local attacker to escalate privileges by modifying a file that is later executed by a higher-privileged user.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-24367?
- Incorrect file permissions in BlueStacks 4 through 4.230 on Windows allow a local attacker to escalate privileges by modifying a file that is later executed by a higher-privileged user.
- How severe is CVE-2020-24367?
- CVE-2020-24367 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, 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-2020-24367 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-24367?
- CVE-2020-24367 affects Bluestacks. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-24367?
- 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-2020-24367 published?
- CVE-2020-24367 was published on 2020-11-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:bluestacks:bluestacks:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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