CVE-2020-1320: XSS

Published Jun 9, 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-2020-1177, CVE-2020-1183, CVE-2020-1297, CVE-2020-1298, CVE-2020-1318.

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-2020-1320

Event History

Jun 9, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:44 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:44 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·08:15 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-1320?

CVE-2020-1320 is rated as important, indicating a significant impact on the affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2020-1320?

To mitigate CVE-2020-1320, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of SharePoint.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-1320?

CVE-2020-1320 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016, SharePoint Foundation 2010 (SP2), SharePoint Foundation 2013 (SP1), and SharePoint Server 2019.

What types of attacks does CVE-2020-1320 allow?

CVE-2020-1320 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially compromising user information.

Can I still use affected SharePoint versions if I cannot patch CVE-2020-1320 immediately?

Using affected SharePoint versions without applying the patch for CVE-2020-1320 increases the risk of exploitation, so it's advisable to implement immediate risk mitigation strategies.