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CVE-2020-16144

5.7 · MEDIUM

When using an object storage like S3 as the file store, when a user creates a public link to a folder where anonymous users can upload files, and another user uploads a virus the files antivirus ap…

Published Feb 9, 2021CWE-276EPSS 0.80%

Overview

CVE-2020-16144 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 9, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

When using an object storage like S3 as the file store, when a user creates a public link to a folder where anonymous users can upload files, and another user uploads a virus the files antivirus app would detect the virus but fails to delete it due to permission issues. This affects the files_antivirus component versions before 0.15.2 for ownCloud.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-16144?

CVE-2020-16144 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 9, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2020-16144?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.7, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-16144?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2020-16144?

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