CVE-2020-8280
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.63%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8280 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A missing file type check in Nextcloud Contacts 3.4.0 allows a malicious user to upload SVG files as PNG files to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A missing file type check in Nextcloud Contacts 3.4.0 allows a malicious user to upload SVG files as PNG files to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Contacts | < 3.4.1 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/998422Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-044Vendor Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/998422Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-044Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8280?
A missing file type check in Nextcloud Contacts 3.4.0 allows a malicious user to upload SVG files as PNG files to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2020-8280?
CVE-2020-8280 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8280?
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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