CVE-2020-10075 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-10075 affecting GitLab versions 12.5-12.8.1. Understand the impact, affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps for this HTML Injection vulnerability.
GitLab 12.5 through 12.8.1 is vulnerable to HTML Injection, potentially allowing injection or other vulnerabilities through unescaped input.
Understanding CVE-2020-10075
This CVE involves a vulnerability in GitLab versions 12.5 through 12.8.1 that could lead to HTML Injection.
What is CVE-2020-10075?
HTML Injection vulnerability in GitLab versions 12.5 through 12.8.1, where a specific error header could be exploited through unescaped input.
The Impact of CVE-2020-10075
The vulnerability could allow malicious actors to inject HTML code or potentially exploit other vulnerabilities by manipulating unescaped input.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-10075
GitLab 12.5 through 12.8.1 is affected by an HTML Injection vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
A specific error header in GitLab versions 12.5 through 12.8.1 is susceptible to HTML Injection due to unescaped input.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: GitLab
- Versions: 12.5 through 12.8.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting HTML code or potentially triggering other vulnerabilities through unescaped input.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-10075 vulnerability:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update GitLab to a patched version that addresses the HTML Injection vulnerability.
- Implement input validation to prevent unescaped input from being processed as HTML.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch GitLab to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Train developers on secure coding practices to prevent injection vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by GitLab to address vulnerabilities like HTML Injection.