CVE-2020-14453
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2020-14453 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.21.0. Socket read operations are not appropriately restricted, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service, aka MMSA-2020-0005.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.21.0. Socket read operations are not appropriately restricted, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service, aka MMSA-2020-0005.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | Mattermost Server | < 5.21.0 |
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-2020-14453?
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.21.0. Socket read operations are not appropriately restricted, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service, aka MMSA-2020-0005.
How severe is CVE-2020-14453?
CVE-2020-14453 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14453?
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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