CVE-2020-8547
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 5.86%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8547 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. phpList 3.5.0 allows type juggling for admin login bypass because == is used instead of === for password hashes, which mishandles hashes that begin with 0e followed by exclusively numerical characters.. EPSS estimates a 5.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
phpList 3.5.0 allows type juggling for admin login bypass because == is used instead of === for password hashes, which mishandles hashes that begin with 0e followed by exclusively numerical characters.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phplist | Phplist | 3.5.0 |
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47989Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47989Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8547?
phpList 3.5.0 allows type juggling for admin login bypass because == is used instead of === for password hashes, which mishandles hashes that begin with 0e followed by exclusively numerical characters.
How severe is CVE-2020-8547?
CVE-2020-8547 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8547?
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-2020-8547?
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