MEDIUM
CVE-2020-8337
CWE-428Published: June 9, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
6.7
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An unquoted search path vulnerability was reported in versions prior to 1.0.83.0 of the Synaptics Smart Audio UWP app associated with the DCHU audio drivers on Lenovo platforms that could allow an administrative user to execute arbitrary code.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-8337 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires high privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 6.7.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.High
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/len-30707Vendor Advisory
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https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/len-30707Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-8337
CVSS Score6.7 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-428
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedJun 9, 2020
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-8337 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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