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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2020-4084
CVE-2020-4084:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
HCL Connections versions 5.5, 6.0, and 6.5 were identified as vulnerable to cross-site scripting (CVE-2020-4084). The vulnerability was disclosed on March 9, 2020, and affects the web user interface of the application (NVD, CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, which can alter the intended functionality of the application. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.4 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') (NVD).
Impact
The successful exploitation of this vulnerability could potentially lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. The attacker could alter the intended functionality of the application through the injection of malicious JavaScript code (CVE).
Mitigation and workarounds
HCL has released patches to address this vulnerability. Users should update their HCL Connections installations to the latest patched versions (HCL Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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