CVE-2020-11057 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

XWiki Platform 7.2 through 11.10.2 allows registered users without scripting/programming permissions to execute python/groovy scripts on personal dashboards. This vulnerability has been fixed in versions 11.3.7, 11.10.3, and 12.0.

Understanding CVE-2020-11057

In XWiki Platform, a code injection vulnerability allows unauthorized execution of scripts on personal dashboards.

What is CVE-2020-11057?

The vulnerability in XWiki Platform enables registered users lacking scripting permissions to run python/groovy scripts on personal dashboards.

The Impact of CVE-2020-11057

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.9, classified as critical due to high confidentiality and integrity impacts.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-11057

XWiki Platform's code injection vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Users without scripting permissions can execute python/groovy scripts on personal dashboards.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: XWiki Platform
Vendor: xwiki
Versions Affected: >= 7.2, < 11.10.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-11057.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update XWiki Platform to versions 11.3.7, 11.10.3, or 12.0 to mitigate the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and adjust user permissions to prevent unauthorized script execution.
Monitor and restrict user access to critical functionalities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities.