CVE-2020-17145 : What You Need to Know

Azure DevOps Server and Team Foundation Services Spoofing Vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2020-17145

What is CVE-2020-17145?

The CVE-2020-17145 is a spoofing vulnerability affecting Azure DevOps Server and Team Foundation Services.

The Impact of CVE-2020-17145

This vulnerability allows an attacker to spoof content or impersonate a user, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or access.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-17145

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Azure DevOps Server and Team Foundation Services allows for spoofing attacks, compromising the integrity of user interactions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Microsoft Azure DevOps Server 2019.0.1 (version 2019.0.0)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2017 Update 3.1 (version 3.0)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2018 Update 1.2 (version 1.0)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2018 Update 3.2 (version 3.0)
Microsoft Team Foundation Server 2015 Update 4.2 (version 4.0)
Microsoft Azure DevOps Server 2019 Update 1.1 (version 1.0)
Microsoft Azure DevOps Server 2020 (version 2020)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to manipulate user interactions and deceive users into performing unintended actions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Microsoft promptly.
Monitor for any suspicious activities on Azure DevOps Server and Team Foundation Services.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding spoofing attempts.

Patching and Updates

It is crucial to stay updated with security advisories from Microsoft and apply patches as soon as they are released.