Vulnerability Description
Convos before 4.20 does not properly generate a random secret in Core/Settings.pm and Util.pm. This leads to a predictable CONVOS_LOCAL_SECRET value, affecting password resets and invitations.
CVSS Score
5.3
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Convos | Convos | < 4.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://convos.chat/blog/2020/6/18/local-secret-got-more-secureVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/Nordaaker/convos/commit/54d1763ac65c05aad27ad454b4e5a62ba8352Patch
- https://github.com/Nordaaker/convos/compare/4.19...4.20Patch
- https://convos.chat/blog/2020/6/18/local-secret-got-more-secureVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/Nordaaker/convos/commit/54d1763ac65c05aad27ad454b4e5a62ba8352Patch
- https://github.com/Nordaaker/convos/compare/4.19...4.20Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-14423?
CVE-2020-14423 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). Convos before 4.20 does not properly generate a random secret in Core/Settings.pm and Util.pm. This leads to a predictable CONVOS_LOCAL_SECRET value, affecting password resets and invitations.
How severe is CVE-2020-14423?
CVE-2020-14423 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-2020-14423?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Convos Convos.