PatchTheCVECVE-2020-14031: An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6
CVE-2020-14031 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting ozeki ng sms gateway. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6. The outbox functionality of the TXT File module can be used to delete all/most files in a folder. Because the product usually runs as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM, the only files that will not be deleted are those currently being run by the system and/or files that have special security attributes (e.g., Windows Defender files).
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.6% (top 24%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2020-09-22 |
| 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-2020-14031?
ozeki ng sms gateway: upgrade to newer than 4.17.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-14031 being exploited?
CVE-2020-14031 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-2020-14031 affect?
CVE-2020-14031 affects ozeki ng sms gateway. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6. The outbox functionality of the TXT File module can be used to delete all/most files in a folder. Because the product usually runs as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM, the only files that w
How urgent is CVE-2020-14031?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
Software pages
Windows vulnerabilities · Windows Defender vulnerabilities
Related CVEs
- CVE-2020-14030 HIGH 7.2 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6
- CVE-2020-14029 HIGH 7.5 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6
- CVE-2020-14028 HIGH 7.2 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6
- CVE-2020-14027 MEDIUM 5.3 UPGRADE An issue was discovered in Ozeki NG SMS Gateway through 4.17.6
- CVE-2020-14026 HIGH 8.8 UPGRADE CSV Injection (aka Excel Macro Injection or Formula Injection) exists in the Export Of Contacts feature in Oze