CVE-2020-18972
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18972 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor in PoDoFo v0.9.6 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via 'IsNextToken' in the component 'src/base/PdfToenizer.cpp'.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor in PoDoFo v0.9.6 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via 'IsNextToken' in the component 'src/base/PdfToenizer.cpp'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Podofo Project | Podofo | 0.9.6 |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/podofo/tickets/49/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/podofo/tickets/49/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18972?
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor in PoDoFo v0.9.6 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via 'IsNextToken' in the component 'src/base/PdfToenizer.cpp'.
How severe is CVE-2020-18972?
CVE-2020-18972 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18972?
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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