CVE-2020-22783
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2020-22783 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Etherpad <1.8.3 stored passwords used by users insecurely in the database and in log files. This affects every database backend supported by Etherpad.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Etherpad <1.8.3 stored passwords used by users insecurely in the database and in log files. This affects every database backend supported by Etherpad.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Etherpad | Etherpad | < 1.8.3 |
References
- https://github.com/ether/etherpad-lite/commit/53f126082a8b3d094e48b159f0f0bc8a5db4b2f4Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ether/etherpad-lite/issues/3421Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ether/etherpad-lite/commit/53f126082a8b3d094e48b159f0f0bc8a5db4b2f4Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ether/etherpad-lite/issues/3421Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22783?
Etherpad <1.8.3 stored passwords used by users insecurely in the database and in log files. This affects every database backend supported by Etherpad.
How severe is CVE-2020-22783?
CVE-2020-22783 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22783?
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-2020-22783?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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