PatchTheCVECVE-2020-5727: Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in SimpliSafe SS3 firmware 1.4 allows a local, unauth
CVE-2020-5727 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.6) affecting ss3 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in SimpliSafe SS3 firmware 1.4 allows a local, unauthenticated attacker to pair a rogue keypad to an armed system.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.6 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Physical |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 67%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-287 |
| Published | 2020-05-02 |
| 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-2020-5727?
ss3 firmware: upgrade to 1.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-5727 being exploited?
CVE-2020-5727 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-2020-5727 affect?
CVE-2020-5727 affects ss3 firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.6). Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in SimpliSafe SS3 firmware 1.4 allows a local, unauthenticated attacker to pair a rogue keypad to an armed system.
How urgent is CVE-2020-5727?
Priority 29/100. Public exploit reference
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