#VU48604 Improper access control in Nextcloud Social app


Published: 2020-11-19 | Updated: 2020-11-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU48604

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8278

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Nextcloud Social app
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Nextcloud

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and read posts of any user.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Nextcloud Social app: 0.3.1


External links
http://hackerone.com/reports/921717
http://nextcloud.com/security/advisory/?id=NC-SA-2020-042


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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