Vulnerability Description
This issue exists to document that a security improvement in the way that Jira Server and Data Center use velocity templates has been implemented. The way in which velocity templates were used in Atlassian Jira Server and Data Center in affected versions allowed remote attackers to achieve remote code execution via insecure deserialization, if they were able to exploit a server side template injection vulnerability. The affected versions are before version 7.13.0, from version 8.0.0 before 8.5.0, and from version 8.6.0 before version 8.8.1.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Atlassian | Jira | < 7.13.0 |
| Atlassian | Jira Software Data Center | < 7.13.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/JRASERVER-70940Vendor Advisory
- https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/JRASERVER-70940Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-14172?
CVE-2020-14172 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). This issue exists to document that a security improvement in the way that Jira Server and Data Center use velocity templates has been implemented. The way in which velocity templates were used in Atla...
How severe is CVE-2020-14172?
CVE-2020-14172 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-14172?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Atlassian Jira, Atlassian Jira Software Data Center.