CVE-2020-8224
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.66%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8224 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A code injection in Nextcloud Desktop Client 2.6.4 allowed to load arbitrary code when placing a malicious OpenSSL config into a fixed directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A code injection in Nextcloud Desktop Client 2.6.4 allowed to load arbitrary code when placing a malicious OpenSSL config into a fixed directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Desktop | < 2.6.5 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/622170Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-030Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202009-09Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/622170Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-030Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202009-09Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8224?
A code injection in Nextcloud Desktop Client 2.6.4 allowed to load arbitrary code when placing a malicious OpenSSL config into a fixed directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-8224?
CVE-2020-8224 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8224?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-8224?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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