CVE-2020-4074

Improper Authentication

Description

In PrestaShop from version 1.5.0.0 and before version 1.7.6.6, the authentication system is malformed and an attacker is able to forge requests and execute admin commands. The problem is fixed in 1.7.6.6.

Category

8.9
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.43%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: PrestaShop PrestaShop
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/security/advisories/GHSA-ccvh-jh5x-mpg4 third party advisory
https://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/commit/30b6a7bdaca9cb940d3ce462906dbb062499fc30 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4074?
CVE-2020-4074 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-4074?
To fix CVE-2020-4074, 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-2020-4074 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-4074 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-2020-4074?
CVE-2020-4074 affects PrestaShop PrestaShop.
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