How severe is CVE-2020-27708?

CVE-2020-27708 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-2020-27708 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-27708?

CVE-2020-27708 primarily affects Ea Origin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-27708?

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-2020-27708 published?

CVE-2020-27708 was published on 2020-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-27708

CVE-2020-27708 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ea Origin 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-427.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (44th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-427
Affected product: Ea Origin
Published: 2020-11-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability exists in the Origin Client that could allow a non-Administrative user to elevate their access to either Administrator or System. Once the user has obtained elevated access, they may be able to take control of the system and perform actions otherwise reserved for high privileged users or system Administrators.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-27708?: A vulnerability exists in the Origin Client that could allow a non-Administrative user to elevate their access to either Administrator or System. Once the user has obtained elevated access, they may be able to take control of the system and perform actions otherwise reserved for high privileged users or system Administrators.
How severe is CVE-2020-27708?: CVE-2020-27708 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-2020-27708 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-27708?: CVE-2020-27708 primarily affects Ea Origin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27708?: 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-2020-27708 published?: CVE-2020-27708 was published on 2020-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.ea.com/security/news/easec-2020-002-elevation-of-privilege-vulnerability-in-origin-client

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:ea:origin:*:*:*:*:*:macos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ea:origin:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*

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