CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-8294: XSS

First published: Wed Feb 03 2021(Updated: )

A missing link validation in Nextcloud Server before 20.0.2, 19.0.5, 18.0.11 allows execution of a stored XSS attack using Internet Explorer when saving a 'javascript:' URL in markdown format.

Credit: support@hackerone.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Nextcloud Server<18.0.11
Nextcloud Server>=19.0.0<19.0.5
Nextcloud Server>=20.0.0<20.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-8294?

    CVE-2020-8294 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for executing stored XSS attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-8294?

    To fix CVE-2020-8294, update your Nextcloud Server to version 20.0.2 or later, 19.0.5 or later, or 18.0.11 or later.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-8294?

    CVE-2020-8294 affects Nextcloud Server versions prior to 20.0.2, 19.0.5, and 18.0.11.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2020-8294 enable?

    CVE-2020-8294 enables the execution of stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks using Internet Explorer.

  • Is CVE-2020-8294 a critical vulnerability?

    No, CVE-2020-8294 is not classified as a critical vulnerability, but it can still pose risks to user data and application integrity.

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