CVE-2020-6650
CVE-2020-6650 is a high-severity vulnerability in Eaton Ups Companion with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.3. 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-94.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.3)
- CVSS v2: 5.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Eaton Ups Companion
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
UPS companion software v1.05 & Prior is affected by ‘Eval Injection’ vulnerability. The software does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes code syntax before using the input in a dynamic evaluation call e.g.”eval” in “Update Manager” class when software attempts to see if there are updates available. This results in arbitrary code execution on the machine where software is installed.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-6650?
- UPS companion software v1.05 & Prior is affected by ‘Eval Injection’ vulnerability. The software does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes code syntax before using the input in a dynamic evaluation call e.g.”eval” in “Update Manager” class when software attempts to see if there are updates available. This results in arbitrary code execution on the machine where software is installed.
- How severe is CVE-2020-6650?
- CVE-2020-6650 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-6650 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-6650?
- CVE-2020-6650 affects Eaton Ups Companion. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-6650?
- 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-2020-6650 published?
- CVE-2020-6650 was published on 2020-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:eaton:ups_companion:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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