PatchTheCVECVE-2020-10962: In PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (aka PSAppDeployToolkit) through 3.8.0, an incorrect access control vulne
CVE-2020-10962 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting powershell app deployment toolkit. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (aka PSAppDeployToolkit) through 3.8.0, an incorrect access control vulnerability in the default configuration may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local access.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 83%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2023-08-01 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-10962?
powershell app deployment toolkit: upgrade to newer than 3.8.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-10962 being exploited?
CVE-2020-10962 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-10962 affect?
CVE-2020-10962 affects powershell app deployment toolkit. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). In PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (aka PSAppDeployToolkit) through 3.8.0, an incorrect access control vulnerability in the default configuration may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege via local acce
How urgent is CVE-2020-10962?
Priority 32/100. High severity