CVE-2020-8338
CVE-2020-8338 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lenovo Diagnostics 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: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (34th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-426
- Affected product: Lenovo Diagnostics
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A DLL search path vulnerability was reported in Lenovo Diagnostics prior to version 4.35.4 that could allow a user with local access to execute code on the system.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-8338?
- A DLL search path vulnerability was reported in Lenovo Diagnostics prior to version 4.35.4 that could allow a user with local access to execute code on the system.
- How severe is CVE-2020-8338?
- CVE-2020-8338 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-2020-8338 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-8338?
- CVE-2020-8338 affects Lenovo Diagnostics. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-8338?
- 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-2020-8338 published?
- CVE-2020-8338 was published on 2020-10-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:lenovo:diagnostics:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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