CVE-2020-8181: Malicious File Upload

Published Jul 10, 2020
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Updated

A missing file type check in Nextcloud Contacts 3.2.0 allowed a malicious user to upload any file as avatars.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nextcloud Contacts<3.3.0

Remediation

Event History

Jul 10, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:48 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8181?

The severity of CVE-2020-8181 is medium with a severity value of 4.3.

2

How does CVE-2020-8181 impact Nextcloud Contacts?

CVE-2020-8181 allows a malicious user to upload any file as avatars in Nextcloud Contacts 3.2.0.

3

Which versions of Nextcloud Contacts are affected by CVE-2020-8181?

Nextcloud Contacts versions up to exclusive 3.3.0 are affected by CVE-2020-8181.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-8181?

To fix CVE-2020-8181, it is recommended to update Nextcloud Contacts to a version beyond 3.3.0.

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration ID for CVE-2020-8181?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) IDs for CVE-2020-8181 are 434 and 840.

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