CVE-2020-8230
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8230 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A memory corruption vulnerability exists in NextCloud Desktop Client v2.6.4 where missing ASLR and DEP protections in for windows allowed to corrupt memory.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A memory corruption vulnerability exists in NextCloud Desktop Client v2.6.4 where missing ASLR and DEP protections in for windows allowed to corrupt memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Desktop | < 2.6.5 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/380102Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-035Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/380102Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-035Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8230?
A memory corruption vulnerability exists in NextCloud Desktop Client v2.6.4 where missing ASLR and DEP protections in for windows allowed to corrupt memory.
How severe is CVE-2020-8230?
CVE-2020-8230 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8230?
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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