CVE-2020-29448
First published: Thu Feb 18 2021(Updated: )
The ConfluenceResourceDownloadRewriteRule class in Confluence Server and Confluence Data Center before version 6.13.18, from 6.14.0 before 7.4.6, and from 7.5.0 before 7.8.3 allowed unauthenticated remote attackers to read arbitrary files within WEB-INF and META-INF directories via an incorrect path access check.
Credit: security@atlassian.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Atlassian Confluence Data Center | <6.13.18 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Data Center | >=6.14.0<7.4.6 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Data Center | >=7.5.0<7.8.3 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Server | <6.13.18 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Server | >=6.14.0<7.4.6 | |
| Atlassian Confluence Server | >=7.5.0<7.8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-29448?
CVE-2020-29448 is a vulnerability in Confluence Server and Confluence Data Center that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to read arbitrary files within the WEB-INF and META-INF directories.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-29448?
The severity of CVE-2020-29448 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.
Which versions of Confluence Server and Confluence Data Center are affected by CVE-2020-29448?
Confluence Server versions up to 6.13.18, 6.14.0 up to 7.4.6, and 7.5.0 up to 7.8.3, as well as Confluence Data Center versions up to 6.13.18, 6.14.0 up to 7.4.6, and 7.5.0 up to 7.8.3 are affected by CVE-2020-29448.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-29448?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-29448 by sending a specially crafted request to the affected Confluence Server or Confluence Data Center, allowing them to read arbitrary files on the server.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-29448?
Yes, Atlassian has released patches to fix CVE-2020-29448. It is recommended to upgrade to Confluence Server and Confluence Data Center versions 6.13.18, 7.4.6, or 7.8.3 or later.
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