CVE-2020-16608
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 4.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16608 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Notable 1.8.4 allows XSS via crafted Markdown text, with resultant remote code execution (because nodeIntegration in webPreferences is true).. EPSS estimates a 4.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Notable 1.8.4 allows XSS via crafted Markdown text, with resultant remote code execution (because nodeIntegration in webPreferences is true).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Notable | Notable | 1.8.4 |
References
- https://github.com/notable/notableThird Party Advisory
- https://sghosh2402.medium.com/cve-2020-16608-8cdad9f4d9b4Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/notable/notableThird Party Advisory
- https://sghosh2402.medium.com/cve-2020-16608-8cdad9f4d9b4Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16608?
Notable 1.8.4 allows XSS via crafted Markdown text, with resultant remote code execution (because nodeIntegration in webPreferences is true).
How severe is CVE-2020-16608?
CVE-2020-16608 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16608?
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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