CVE-2020-16979: Microsoft SharePoint Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Published Nov 11, 2020
·Updated
Microsoft SharePoint Information Disclosure Vulnerability This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2020-17017.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019
Remediation
Event History
Nov 11, 2020
CVE Published
06:47 AM
Data Sourced
06:47 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16979?
CVE-2020-16979 has been assigned a severity rating that indicates a potential information disclosure risk in Microsoft SharePoint.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-16979?
To mitigate CVE-2020-16979, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected SharePoint versions.
3
Which versions of Microsoft SharePoint are affected by CVE-2020-16979?
CVE-2020-16979 affects Microsoft SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1, SharePoint Server 2019, and SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-16979?
CVE-2020-16979 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability, which could allow unauthorized information access.
5
Can CVE-2020-16979 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-16979 can potentially be exploited by remote attackers to gain access to sensitive information.