Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in the Readdle Documents app before 6.9.7 for iOS. The application's file-transfer web server allows for cross-origin requests from any domain, and the WebSocket server lacks authorization control. Any web site can execute JavaScript code (that accesses a user's data) via cross-origin requests.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Readdle | Documents | < 6.9.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/documents-by-readdle/id364901807ProductRelease Notes
- https://logicaltrust.net/blog/2019/12/documents.html#authorizationExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/documents-by-readdle/id364901807ProductRelease Notes
- https://logicaltrust.net/blog/2019/12/documents.html#authorizationExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-20801?
CVE-2019-20801 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). An issue was discovered in the Readdle Documents app before 6.9.7 for iOS. The application's file-transfer web server allows for cross-origin requests from any domain, and the WebSocket server lacks a...
How severe is CVE-2019-20801?
CVE-2019-20801 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-20801?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Readdle Documents.