CVE-2020-6023
CVE-2020-6023 is a high-severity vulnerability in Checkpoint Zonealarm 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-426.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-426
- Affected product: Checkpoint Zonealarm
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Check Point ZoneAlarm before version 15.8.139.18543 allows a local actor to escalate privileges while restoring files in Anti-Ransomware.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-6023?
- Check Point ZoneAlarm before version 15.8.139.18543 allows a local actor to escalate privileges while restoring files in Anti-Ransomware.
- How severe is CVE-2020-6023?
- CVE-2020-6023 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-2020-6023 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-2020-6023?
- CVE-2020-6023 affects Checkpoint Zonealarm. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-6023?
- 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-2020-6023 published?
- CVE-2020-6023 was published on 2020-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:checkpoint:zonealarm:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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