CVE-2020-8638
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8638 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A SQL injection vulnerability in TestLink 1.9.20 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands in planUrgency.php via the urgency parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A SQL injection vulnerability in TestLink 1.9.20 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands in planUrgency.php via the urgency parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Testlink | Testlink | 1.9.20 |
References
- https://ackcent.com/blog/testlink-1.9.20-unrestricted-file-upload-and-sql-injection/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/TestLinkOpenSourceTRMS/testlink-code/commit/58f3cc03d5f81cd5cc2ad8c7ba645cc486cebc05Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://ackcent.com/blog/testlink-1.9.20-unrestricted-file-upload-and-sql-injection/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/TestLinkOpenSourceTRMS/testlink-code/commit/58f3cc03d5f81cd5cc2ad8c7ba645cc486cebc05Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8638?
A SQL injection vulnerability in TestLink 1.9.20 allows attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands in planUrgency.php via the urgency parameter.
How severe is CVE-2020-8638?
CVE-2020-8638 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8638?
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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