Vulnerability Description
In PrivateBin versions 1.2.0 before 1.2.2, and 1.3.0 before 1.3.2, a persistent XSS attack is possible. Under certain conditions, a user provided attachment file name can inject HTML leading to a persistent Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. The vulnerability has been fixed in PrivateBin v1.3.2 & v1.2.2. Admins are urged to upgrade to these versions to protect the affected users.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Privatebin | Privatebin | >= 1.2, < 1.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/commit/8d0ac336d23cd8c98e71d5f21cdadcaePatch
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/issues/554Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/security/advisories/GHSA-8j72-p2wm-6738ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://privatebin.info/news/v1.3.2-v1.2.2-release.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/commit/8d0ac336d23cd8c98e71d5f21cdadcaePatch
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/issues/554Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/PrivateBin/PrivateBin/security/advisories/GHSA-8j72-p2wm-6738ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://privatebin.info/news/v1.3.2-v1.2.2-release.htmlRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5223?
CVE-2020-5223 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). In PrivateBin versions 1.2.0 before 1.2.2, and 1.3.0 before 1.3.2, a persistent XSS attack is possible. Under certain conditions, a user provided attachment file name can inject HTML leading to a pers...
How severe is CVE-2020-5223?
CVE-2020-5223 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5223?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Privatebin Privatebin.