CVE-2020-8202
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.32%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8202 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper check of inputs in Nextcloud Preferred Providers app v1.6.0 allowed to perform a denial of service attack when using a very long password.. EPSS estimates a 1.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper check of inputs in Nextcloud Preferred Providers app v1.6.0 allowed to perform a denial of service attack when using a very long password.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Preferred Providers | 1.6.0 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/840598Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-028Vendor Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/840598Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-028Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8202?
Improper check of inputs in Nextcloud Preferred Providers app v1.6.0 allowed to perform a denial of service attack when using a very long password.
How severe is CVE-2020-8202?
CVE-2020-8202 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8202?
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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