CVE-2020-22784: High severity etherpad vulnerability

Published Apr 28, 2021
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Updated

In Etherpad UeberDB < 0.4.4, due to MySQL omitting trailing spaces on char / varchar columns during comparisons, retrieving database records using UeberDB's MySQL connector could allow bypassing access controls enforced on key names.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Etherpad UeberDB<1.4.8

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-2020-22784?

CVE-2020-22784 has a medium severity as it can lead to unauthorized access due to access control bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-22784?

To mitigate CVE-2020-22784, upgrade Etherpad UeberDB to version 0.4.4 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-22784?

CVE-2020-22784 affects Etherpad UeberDB versions prior to 0.4.4 when using the MySQL connector.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-22784?

CVE-2020-22784 is an access control vulnerability that allows key name comparisons to be bypassed.

5

Can CVE-2020-22784 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-22784 can potentially be exploited remotely if the vulnerable software is exposed to untrusted users.

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