CVE-2020-8865

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute local PHP files on affected installations of Horde Groupware Webmail Edition 5.2.22. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within edit.php. When parsing the params[template] parameter, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the www-data user. Was ZDI-CAN-10469.

Categories

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.41% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory debian.org Third-Party Advisory zerodayinitiative.com
Affected: Horde Groupware Webmail Edition
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8865?
CVE-2020-8865 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-8865?
To fix CVE-2020-8865, 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-2020-8865 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-8865 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-8865?
CVE-2020-8865 affects Horde Groupware Webmail Edition.
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