CVE-2019-20855
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.16%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20855 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.16.1, 5.15.2, 5.14.5, and 5.9.6. It allows attackers to obtain sensitive information (local files) during legacy attachment migration.. EPSS estimates a 1.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.16.1, 5.15.2, 5.14.5, and 5.9.6. It allows attackers to obtain sensitive information (local files) during legacy attachment migration.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | < 5.9.6 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 5.14.0, < 5.14.5 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 5.15.0, < 5.15.2 |
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | >= 5.16.0, < 5.16.1 |
References
- https://mattermost.com/security-updates/Vendor Advisory
- https://mattermost.com/security-updates/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20855?
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.16.1, 5.15.2, 5.14.5, and 5.9.6. It allows attackers to obtain sensitive information (local files) during legacy attachment migration.
How severe is CVE-2019-20855?
CVE-2019-20855 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20855?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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