CVE-2020-6949
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.28%
Last modified
CVE-2020-6949 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A privilege escalation issue was discovered in the postUser function in HashBrown CMS through 1.3.3. An editor user can change the password hash of an admin user's account, or otherwise reconfigure that account.. EPSS estimates a 1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A privilege escalation issue was discovered in the postUser function in HashBrown CMS through 1.3.3. An editor user can change the password hash of an admin user's account, or otherwise reconfigure that account.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hashbrowncms | Hashbrown Cms | <= 1.3.3 |
References
- https://github.com/HashBrownCMS/hashbrown-cms/issues/327Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/HashBrownCMS/hashbrown-cms/issues/327Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-6949?
A privilege escalation issue was discovered in the postUser function in HashBrown CMS through 1.3.3. An editor user can change the password hash of an admin user's account, or otherwise reconfigure that account.
How severe is CVE-2020-6949?
CVE-2020-6949 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6949?
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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