CVE-2020-26892
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.05%
Last modified
CVE-2020-26892 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The JWT library in NATS nats-server before 2.1.9 has Incorrect Access Control because of how expired credentials are handled.. EPSS estimates a 2.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The JWT library in NATS nats-server before 2.1.9 has Incorrect Access Control because of how expired credentials are handled.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxfoundation | Nats-Server | < 2.1.9 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 33 |
References
- https://github.com/nats-io/nats-server/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/11/02/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nats-io/nats-server/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/11/02/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-26892?
The JWT library in NATS nats-server before 2.1.9 has Incorrect Access Control because of how expired credentials are handled.
How severe is CVE-2020-26892?
CVE-2020-26892 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-26892?
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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