CVE-2020-18875
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.98%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18875 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect Access Control in DotCMS versions before 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by injecting client configurations via vtl (velocity) files.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect Access Control in DotCMS versions before 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by injecting client configurations via vtl (velocity) files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dotcms | Dotcms | < 5.1.0 |
References
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/284.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://dotcms.com/security/SI-51Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/15882Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/284.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://dotcms.com/security/SI-51Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/15882Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18875?
Incorrect Access Control in DotCMS versions before 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by injecting client configurations via vtl (velocity) files.
How severe is CVE-2020-18875?
CVE-2020-18875 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18875?
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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