CVE-2020-24582
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.69%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24582 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Zulip Desktop before 5.4.3 allows XSS because string escaping is mishandled during composition of the HTML for the user interface.. EPSS estimates a 0.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Zulip Desktop before 5.4.3 allows XSS because string escaping is mishandled during composition of the HTML for the user interface.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zulipchat | Zulip Desktop | < 5.4.3 |
References
- https://blog.zulip.com/2020/09/10/zulip-desktop-5-4-3-security-release/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://blog.zulip.com/2020/09/10/zulip-desktop-5-4-3-security-release/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24582?
Zulip Desktop before 5.4.3 allows XSS because string escaping is mishandled during composition of the HTML for the user interface.
How severe is CVE-2020-24582?
CVE-2020-24582 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24582?
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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