CVE-2020-17520
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-17520 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Pulsar manager 0.1.0 version, malicious users will be able to bypass pulsar-manager's admin, permission verification mechanism by constructing special URLs, thereby accessing any HTTP API.. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Pulsar manager 0.1.0 version, malicious users will be able to bypass pulsar-manager's admin, permission verification mechanism by constructing special URLs, thereby accessing any HTTP API.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Pulsar Manager | 0.1.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17520?
In the Pulsar manager 0.1.0 version, malicious users will be able to bypass pulsar-manager's admin, permission verification mechanism by constructing special URLs, thereby accessing any HTTP API.
How severe is CVE-2020-17520?
CVE-2020-17520 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-17520?
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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