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CVE-2020-5804

8.1 · HIGH

Marvell QConvergeConsole GUI <= 5.5.0.74 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability.

Published Jan 8, 2021CWE-22EPSS 1.68%

Overview

CVE-2020-5804 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 8, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Marvell QConvergeConsole GUI <= 5.5.0.74 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability. The deleteEventLogFile method of the GWTTestServiceImpl class lacks proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file deletion operations. An authenticated, remote attacker can leverage this vulnerability to delete arbitrary remote files as SYSTEM or root.

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-2020-5804?

CVE-2020-5804 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 8, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2020-5804?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-5804?

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.

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