CVE-2020-10199
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 99.06%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10199 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Sonatype Nexus Repository before 3.21.2 allows JavaEL Injection (issue 1 of 2).. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 99.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Sonatype Nexus Repository before 3.21.2 allows JavaEL Injection (issue 1 of 2).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sonatype | Nexus | < 3.21.2 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157261/Nexus-Repository-Manager-3.21.1-01-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160835/Sonatype-Nexus-3.21.1-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/917.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://support.sonatype.com/hc/en-us/articles/360044882533Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157261/Nexus-Repository-Manager-3.21.1-01-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160835/Sonatype-Nexus-3.21.1-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/917.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://support.sonatype.com/hc/en-us/articles/360044882533Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2020-10199US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10199?
Sonatype Nexus Repository before 3.21.2 allows JavaEL Injection (issue 1 of 2).
How severe is CVE-2020-10199?
CVE-2020-10199 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 99.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10199?
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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