CVE-2020-1505: Microsoft SharePoint Information Disclosure Vulnerability
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Microsoft SharePoint Information Disclosure Vulnerability'.
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An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server fails to properly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could obtain information to further compromise the user’s system. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would have to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application. The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Microsoft SharePoint Server handles objects in memory.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-1505?
CVE-2020-1505 has a severity rating of Important according to Microsoft's security guidelines.
How do I fix CVE-2020-1505?
To fix CVE-2020-1505, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected SharePoint versions.
Which versions of SharePoint are affected by CVE-2020-1505?
CVE-2020-1505 affects Microsoft SharePoint Server versions 2010, 2013 SP1, 2016, and 2019.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-1505?
CVE-2020-1505 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
What could be the potential impact of CVE-2020-1505?
If exploited, CVE-2020-1505 could allow an attacker to access sensitive information from the affected SharePoint Server.