CVE-2020-9042: CSRF
First published: Mon Jun 08 2020(Updated: )
In Couchbase Server 6.0, credentials cached by a browser can be used to perform a CSRF attack if an administrator has used their browser to check the results of a REST API request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Couchbase Couchbase Server | =6.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9042?
CVE-2020-9042 is a vulnerability in Couchbase Server 6.0 that allows an attacker to perform a CSRF attack using cached credentials from a browser.
How does CVE-2020-9042 affect Couchbase Server?
CVE-2020-9042 affects Couchbase Server 6.0 by allowing an attacker to exploit cached credentials in a browser to perform a CSRF attack.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-9042?
The severity of CVE-2020-9042 is rated as high, with a severity score of 8.8.
How can an administrator be affected by CVE-2020-9042?
Administrators using their browser to check REST API request results can be affected by CVE-2020-9042 if their cached credentials are exploited for a CSRF attack.
How can I mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-9042?
To mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-9042, administrators should avoid using their browsers to check REST API request results, or clear their browser cache regularly to prevent cached credentials from being exploited.
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