Vulnerability Description
In EasyBuild before version 4.1.2, the GitHub Personal Access Token (PAT) used by EasyBuild for the GitHub integration features (like `--new-pr`, `--fro,-pr`, etc.) is shown in plain text in EasyBuild debug log files. This issue is fixed in EasyBuild v4.1.2, and in the `master`+ `develop` branches of the `easybuild-framework` repository.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Easybuild Project | Easybuild | < 4.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/pull/3248ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/pull/3249PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/security/advisories/GHSA-2wxThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/pull/3248ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/pull/3249PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/easybuilders/easybuild-framework/security/advisories/GHSA-2wxThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5262?
CVE-2020-5262 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.7 (HIGH). In EasyBuild before version 4.1.2, the GitHub Personal Access Token (PAT) used by EasyBuild for the GitHub integration features (like `--new-pr`, `--fro,-pr`, etc.) is shown in plain text in EasyBuild...
How severe is CVE-2020-5262?
CVE-2020-5262 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5262?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Easybuild Project Easybuild.