CVE-2020-5909

Description

In versions 3.0.0-3.5.0, 2.0.0-2.9.0, and 1.0.1, when users run the command displayed in NGINX Controller user interface (UI) to fetch the agent installer, the server TLS certificate is not verified.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: n/a NGINX Controller
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K31150658 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-5909?
CVE-2020-5909 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-5909?
To fix CVE-2020-5909, 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-2020-5909 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-5909 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-2020-5909?
CVE-2020-5909 affects n/a NGINX Controller.
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