CVE-2020-4082

Public Exploit

Description

The HCL Connections 5.5 help system is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, caused by improper validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using a specially-crafted URL to execute script in a victim's Web browser within the security context of the hosting Web site, once the URL is clicked. An attacker could use this vulnerability to steal the victim's cookie-based authentication credentials.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.17%
Vendor Advisory hcltechsw.com
Affected: HCL Software "HCL Connections"
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0075447 exploit patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4082?
CVE-2020-4082 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-4082?
To fix CVE-2020-4082, 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-2020-4082 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-4082 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2020-4082?
CVE-2020-4082 affects HCL Software "HCL Connections".
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