CVE-2019-20879
First published: Fri Jun 19 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Mattermost Server before 5.8.0, 5.7.2, 5.6.5, and 4.10.7. Changes to e-mail addresses do not require credential re-entry.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mattermost | <4.10.7 | |
| Mattermost | >=5.6.0<5.6.5 | |
| Mattermost | >=5.7.0<5.7.2 | |
| Mattermost | =5.8.0-rc1 | |
| Mattermost | =5.8.0-rc2 | |
| Mattermost | =5.8.0-rc3 | |
| Mattermost | =5.8.0-rc4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-20879?
CVE-2019-20879 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential risk of unauthorized email changes.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20879?
To fix CVE-2019-20879, upgrade Mattermost Server to version 5.8.0 or later.
What versions of Mattermost Server are affected by CVE-2019-20879?
CVE-2019-20879 affects Mattermost Server versions prior to 5.8.0, 5.7.2, 5.6.5, and 4.10.7.
What are the implications of CVE-2019-20879?
The vulnerability allows users to change email addresses without needing to re-enter credentials, posing a risk to account integrity.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2019-20879?
Yes, the patch for CVE-2019-20879 is included in Mattermost Server versions released after 5.8.0.
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