CWE
770
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-12697

First published: Wed May 13 2020(Updated: )

The direct_mail extension through 5.2.3 for TYPO3 allows Denial of Service via log entries.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dkd Direct Mail<=5.2.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-12697?

    CVE-2020-12697 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability.

  • What versions of direct_mail are affected by CVE-2020-12697?

    CVE-2020-12697 affects the direct_mail extension for TYPO3 versions up to and including 5.2.3.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-12697?

    To fix CVE-2020-12697, upgrade the direct_mail extension to a version higher than 5.2.3.

  • What impact does CVE-2020-12697 have on TYPO3 installations?

    CVE-2020-12697 can cause Denial of Service through excessive log entries, impacting the availability of the application.

  • Is there a way to mitigate CVE-2020-12697 without upgrading?

    There are no specific mitigations available for CVE-2020-12697 without upgrading to a secure version.

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