CVE-2020-27977

CVE-2020-27977 is a high-severity vulnerability in Capasystems Capainstaller 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.

Key facts

Description

CapaSystems CapaInstaller before 6.0.101 does not properly assign, modify, or check privileges for an actor who attempts to edit registry values, allowing an attacker to escalate privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-27977?
CapaSystems CapaInstaller before 6.0.101 does not properly assign, modify, or check privileges for an actor who attempts to edit registry values, allowing an attacker to escalate privileges.
How severe is CVE-2020-27977?
CVE-2020-27977 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-2020-27977 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-27977?
CVE-2020-27977 affects Capasystems Capainstaller. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27977?
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-2020-27977 published?
CVE-2020-27977 was published on 2020-11-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)