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CVE-2020-1440: Microsoft SharePoint Server Tampering Vulnerability

First published: Fri Sep 11 2020(Updated: )

A tampering vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server fails to properly handle profile data, aka 'Microsoft SharePoint Server Tampering Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-1523.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2010-sp2
Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010=2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-1440?

    CVE-2020-1440 has a severity rating of critical as it allows attackers to tamper with profile data in Microsoft SharePoint Server.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-1440?

    To fix CVE-2020-1440, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected version of SharePoint Server.

  • Which versions of SharePoint Server are affected by CVE-2020-1440?

    CVE-2020-1440 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, 2016, and 2019.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1440?

    CVE-2020-1440 is categorized as a tampering vulnerability related to improper handling of profile data in SharePoint.

  • Is CVE-2020-1440 specific to a single product?

    No, CVE-2020-1440 affects multiple versions of both SharePoint Server and SharePoint Enterprise Server.

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