CVE-2020-0894: XSS

Published Mar 12, 2020

Updated

A cross-site-scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server does not properly sanitize a specially crafted web request to an affected SharePoint server, aka 'Microsoft Office SharePoint XSS Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-0893.

Affected Software

4 affected components

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016

Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2010-sp2

Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013-sp1

Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0894

Event History

Mar 12, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:48 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:48 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·04:15 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-0894?

CVE-2020-0894 has a severity rating of important, indicating a moderate risk of exploitation.

How can I fix CVE-2020-0894?

To remediate CVE-2020-0894, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected SharePoint versions.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-0894?

CVE-2020-0894 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016, 2019 and SharePoint Foundation 2010 SP2 and 2013 SP1.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-0894?

CVE-2020-0894 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

What kind of attacks can CVE-2020-0894 facilitate?

CVE-2020-0894 can facilitate attacks that allow attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user's browser.