CVE-2020-27640
NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: December 18, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The Bluetooth handset of Mitel MiVoice 6940 and 6930 MiNet phones with firmware before 1.5.3 could allow an unauthenticated attacker within Bluetooth range to pair a rogue Bluetooth device when a phone handset loses connection, due to an improper pairing mechanism. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to eavesdrop on conversations.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-27640 requires adjacent network access, limiting remote exploitation but still posing risk in shared or local network environments.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.1.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-27640 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts