Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the Pulse Connect Secure < 9.1R8.2 admin web interface could allow an authenticated attacker to gain arbitrary file reading access through Pulse Collaboration via XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ivanti | Connect Secure | 9.1 |
| Pulsesecure | Pulse Connect Secure | <= 9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44588Vendor Advisory
- https://www.gosecure.net/blog/2020/11/13/forget-your-perimeter-part-2-four-vulneExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://kb.pulsesecure.net/articles/Pulse_Security_Advisories/SA44588Vendor Advisory
- https://www.gosecure.net/blog/2020/11/13/forget-your-perimeter-part-2-four-vulneExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-8256?
CVE-2020-8256 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in the Pulse Connect Secure < 9.1R8.2 admin web interface could allow an authenticated attacker to gain arbitrary file reading access through Pulse Collaboration via XML External Entit...
How severe is CVE-2020-8256?
CVE-2020-8256 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-8256?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ivanti Connect Secure, Pulsesecure Pulse Connect Secure.