CVE-2020-8826
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.71%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8826 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. As of v1.5.0, the Argo web interface authentication system issued immutable tokens. Authentication tokens, once issued, were usable forever without expiration—there was no refresh or forced re-authentication.. EPSS estimates a 1.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
As of v1.5.0, the Argo web interface authentication system issued immutable tokens. Authentication tokens, once issued, were usable forever without expiration—there was no refresh or forced re-authentication.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Argoproj | Argo Cd | <= 1.5.0 |
References
- https://argoproj.github.io/argo-cd/security_considerations/Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/argoproj/argo/releasesThird Party Advisory
- https://www.soluble.ai/blog/argo-cves-2020Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://argoproj.github.io/argo-cd/security_considerations/Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/argoproj/argo/releasesThird Party Advisory
- https://www.soluble.ai/blog/argo-cves-2020Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8826?
As of v1.5.0, the Argo web interface authentication system issued immutable tokens. Authentication tokens, once issued, were usable forever without expiration—there was no refresh or forced re-authentication.
How severe is CVE-2020-8826?
CVE-2020-8826 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8826?
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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