CVE-2020-23996

Name: CVE-2020-23996
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-05-13T20:15:08.253+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-23996 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A local file inclusion vulnerability in ILIAS before 5.3.19, 5.4.10 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code via the import of personal data.. EPSS estimates a 2.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A local file inclusion vulnerability in ILIAS before 5.3.19, 5.4.10 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code via the import of personal data.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.31%

81.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ilias	Ilias	< 5.3.19
Ilias	Ilias	>= 5.4.0, < 5.4.10

References

https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_118817_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_118823_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_122177_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://github.com/ILIAS-eLearning/ILIAS/commit/6717c4ecc6d076154ce185f1ea052f07f37e3537Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_118817_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_118823_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://docu.ilias.de/goto_docu_pg_122177_35.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://github.com/ILIAS-eLearning/ILIAS/commit/6717c4ecc6d076154ce185f1ea052f07f37e3537Patch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 13, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-23996?

A local file inclusion vulnerability in ILIAS before 5.3.19, 5.4.10 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code via the import of personal data.

How severe is CVE-2020-23996?

CVE-2020-23996 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-23996?

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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Source: NVD / NIST