CVE-2020-15215

Context isolation bypass in Electron

Description

Electron before versions 11.0.0-beta.6, 10.1.2, 9.3.1 or 8.5.2 is vulnerable to a context isolation bypass. Apps using both `contextIsolation` and `sandbox: true` are affected. Apps using both `contextIsolation` and `nodeIntegrationInSubFrames: true` are affected. This is a context isolation bypass, meaning that code running in the main world context in the renderer can reach into the isolated Electron context and perform privileged actions.

Category

5.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.28%
Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: electron electron
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/electron/electron/security/advisories/GHSA-56pc-6jqp-xqj8 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15215?
CVE-2020-15215 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-15215?
To fix CVE-2020-15215, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-15215 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-15215 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-15215?
CVE-2020-15215 affects electron electron.
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