CVE-2020-8342
CVE-2020-8342 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lenovo System Update with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-362.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
- CVSS v2: 6.9
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (12th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-362
- Affected product: Lenovo System Update
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A race condition vulnerability was reported in Lenovo System Update prior to version 5.07.0106 that could allow escalation of privilege.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-8342?
- A race condition vulnerability was reported in Lenovo System Update prior to version 5.07.0106 that could allow escalation of privilege.
- How severe is CVE-2020-8342?
- CVE-2020-8342 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-8342 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-8342?
- CVE-2020-8342 affects Lenovo System Update. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-8342?
- 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-2020-8342 published?
- CVE-2020-8342 was published on 2020-09-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:lenovo:system_update:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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