CVE-2020-8238
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.74%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8238 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in the authenticated user web interface of Pulse Connect Secure and Pulse Policy Secure < 9.1R8.2 could allow attackers to conduct Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability in the authenticated user web interface of Pulse Connect Secure and Pulse Policy Secure < 9.1R8.2 could allow attackers to conduct Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ivanti | Connect Secure | 9.1 |
| Ivanti | Policy Secure | 9.1 |
| Pulsesecure | Pulse Connect Secure | <= 9.0 |
| Pulsesecure | Pulse Policy Secure | <= 9.0 |
References
- https://www.gosecure.net/blog/2020/11/13/forget-your-perimeter-part-2-four-vulnerabilities-in-pulse-connect-secure/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.gosecure.net/blog/2020/11/13/forget-your-perimeter-part-2-four-vulnerabilities-in-pulse-connect-secure/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8238?
A vulnerability in the authenticated user web interface of Pulse Connect Secure and Pulse Policy Secure < 9.1R8.2 could allow attackers to conduct Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
How severe is CVE-2020-8238?
CVE-2020-8238 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8238?
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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