CVE-2020-22783: Medium severity etherpad ueberdb vulnerability
Published Apr 28, 2021
·Updated
Etherpad <1.8.3 stored passwords used by users insecurely in the database and in log files. This affects every database backend supported by Etherpad.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Etherpad Etherpad<1.8.3
Remediation
Event History
Apr 28, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:22 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-22783?
CVE-2020-22783 has been designated a high severity due to the insecure storage of user passwords.
2
How do I fix CVE-2020-22783?
To fix CVE-2020-22783, upgrade Etherpad to version 1.8.3 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
3
What types of data are impacted by CVE-2020-22783?
CVE-2020-22783 impacts stored passwords in the database and logging files utilized by Etherpad.
4
Which versions of Etherpad are affected by CVE-2020-22783?
CVE-2020-22783 affects all versions of Etherpad prior to 1.8.3.
5
What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2020-22783?
The risks associated with CVE-2020-22783 include unauthorized access to user accounts due to insecure password storage.