CVE-2019-20406
First published: Wed Feb 05 2020(Updated: )
The usage of Tomcat in Confluence on the Microsoft Windows operating system before version 7.0.5, and from version 7.1.0 before version 7.1.1 allows local system attackers who have permission to write a DLL file in a directory in the global path environmental variable variable to inject code & escalate their privileges via a DLL hijacking vulnerability.
Credit: security@atlassian.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Atlassian Confluence | <7.0.5 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Server | =7.1.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-20406?
The severity of CVE-2019-20406 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
What is the affected software of CVE-2019-20406?
The affected software of CVE-2019-20406 is Atlassian Confluence versions before 7.0.5 and Atlassian Confluence Server version 7.1.0.
How can local system attackers exploit CVE-2019-20406?
Local system attackers with write permission in a global path directory can inject code and escalate privileges by writing a DLL file.
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2019-20406?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2019-20406.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-20406?
More information about CVE-2019-20406 can be found at the following link: [https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/CONFSERVER-59428]
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