CVE-2020-1456: XSS
First published: Tue Jul 14 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-2020-1450, CVE-2020-1451.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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 | |
| =2013-sp1 | ||
| =2016 | ||
| =2010-sp2 | ||
| =2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1456?
CVE-2020-1456 is rated as important, indicating a significant security risk that requires attention.
Which versions of Microsoft SharePoint are affected by CVE-2020-1456?
CVE-2020-1456 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 SP2, SharePoint Enterprise Server 2013 SP1, SharePoint Server 2016, and SharePoint Server 2019.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1456?
To mitigate CVE-2020-1456, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected SharePoint versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1456 classified as?
CVE-2020-1456 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can attackers do by exploiting CVE-2020-1456?
By exploiting CVE-2020-1456, attackers can execute arbitrary scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to data theft or further compromise.
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