Vulnerability Description
The Nextcloud Desktop Client is a tool to synchronize files from Nextcloud Server. Starting with version 3.0.0 and prior to version 3.7.0, by trusting that the server will return a certificate that belongs to the keypair of the user, a malicious server could get the desktop client to encrypt files with a key known to the attacker. This issue is fixed in Nextcloud Desktop 3.7.0. No known workarounds are available.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nextcloud | Desktop | >= 3.0.0, < 3.7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/nextcloud/desktop/pull/4949Patch
- https://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-h82x-9Vendor Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1679267Permissions Required
- https://github.com/nextcloud/desktop/pull/4949Patch
- https://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-h82x-9Vendor Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/1679267Permissions Required
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-29000?
CVE-2023-29000 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). The Nextcloud Desktop Client is a tool to synchronize files from Nextcloud Server. Starting with version 3.0.0 and prior to version 3.7.0, by trusting that the server will return a certificate that be...
How severe is CVE-2023-29000?
CVE-2023-29000 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-29000?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nextcloud Desktop.