CVE-2020-7993: Medium severity prototypejs Prototype vulnerability

Published Feb 3, 2020
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Updated

Prototype 1.6.0.1 allows remote authenticated users to forge ticket creation (on behalf of other user accounts) via a modified email ID field.

Affected Software

1 affected component
prototypejs Prototype=1.6.0.1

Event History

Feb 3, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:26 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:26 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7993?

CVE-2020-7993 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-7993?

To fix CVE-2020-7993, upgrade the Prototype JavaScript Framework to version 1.6.0.2 or later.

3

What types of accounts are affected by CVE-2020-7993?

CVE-2020-7993 affects accounts of remote authenticated users who can forge ticket creation for other users.

4

Can CVE-2020-7993 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2020-7993 can potentially allow unauthorized access through ticket forgery.

5

Is CVE-2020-7993 a client-side or server-side vulnerability?

CVE-2020-7993 is primarily a server-side vulnerability within the Prototype JavaScript Framework.

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