CVE-2020-0927: XSS

Published Apr 15, 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-2020-0923, CVE-2020-0924, CVE-2020-0925, CVE-2020-0926, CVE-2020-0930, CVE-2020-0933, CVE-2020-0954, CVE-2020-0973, CVE-2020-0978.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016

Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2020-0927

Event History

Apr 15, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:12 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:12 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·03:15 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-0927?

CVE-2020-0927 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user.

How do I fix CVE-2020-0927?

To mitigate CVE-2020-0927, ensure that your Microsoft SharePoint Server instances are updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

Which versions of SharePoint are affected by CVE-2020-0927?

CVE-2020-0927 affects Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 and Microsoft SharePoint Server 2019.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-0927?

CVE-2020-0927 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

What impact can CVE-2020-0927 have on an organization?

CVE-2020-0927 can allow attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts, potentially leading to data theft or compromise of user sessions.