CVE-2020-6650

Arbitrary code execution through “Update Manager” Class

Published Mar 23, 2020 CVSS 3.1 · 8.3 High EPSS 2.1% KEV · Not listed
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.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

Download and install the latest version from product website.


Vendor Workaround

Connect the host machine behind firewall and do not expose directly to internet.

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Advisories

Source ID Title
EUVD EUVD EUVD-2020-27797 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.
History

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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
Eaton
Published
Updated
Sep 16, 2024, 8:07 PM
Reserved
Jan 9, 2020, 12:00 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Mar 23, 2020, 2:15 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 3:23 AM