CVE-2020-8279
HIGHCVSS 7.4/10EPSS 0.64%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8279 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Missing validation of server certificates for out-going connections in Nextcloud Social < 0.4.0 allowed a man-in-the-middle attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Missing validation of server certificates for out-going connections in Nextcloud Social < 0.4.0 allowed a man-in-the-middle attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Social | < 0.4.0 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/915585Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-043Broken Link, Product
- https://hackerone.com/reports/915585Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-043Broken Link, Product
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8279?
Missing validation of server certificates for out-going connections in Nextcloud Social < 0.4.0 allowed a man-in-the-middle attack.
How severe is CVE-2020-8279?
CVE-2020-8279 has a CVSS score of 7.4/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8279?
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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