CVE-2020-15488

Name: CVE-2020-15488
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-09-30T19:15:13.12+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-15488 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Re:Desk 2.3 allows insecure file upload.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Re:Desk 2.3 allows insecure file upload.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.98%

57.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Re-Desk	Re\	desk	2.3

References

https://labs.f-secure.com/advisories/redesk-v2-3-multiple-issues/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.re-desk.com/download-help-desk-software.htmlProduct, Vendor Advisory
https://labs.f-secure.com/advisories/redesk-v2-3-multiple-issues/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.re-desk.com/download-help-desk-software.htmlProduct, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 30, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-15488?

Re:Desk 2.3 allows insecure file upload.

How severe is CVE-2020-15488?

CVE-2020-15488 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-15488?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-15488?

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Source: NVD / NIST