Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Mattermost Desktop App
CVE-2019-20861

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Mattermost
Status
Mattermost Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2020

What is CVE-2019-20861?

The Mattermost Desktop App prior to version 4.2.2 contains a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system. This occurs when a specially crafted link is clicked, potentially leading to a serious compromise of system integrity. Users of the Mattermost Desktop App are advised to update to the latest version to mitigate this risk. For more information and security updates, refer to the official Mattermost security page.

References

https://mattermost.com/security-updates/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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