How severe is CVE-2020-11842?

CVE-2020-11842 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-11842 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-11842?

CVE-2020-11842 primarily affects Microfocus Verastream Host Integrator. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-11842?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2020-11842 published?

CVE-2020-11842 was published on 2020-05-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-11842

CVE-2020-11842 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microfocus Verastream Host Integrator with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microfocus Verastream Host Integrator
Published: 2020-05-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Information disclosure vulnerability in Micro Focus Verastream Host Integrator (VHI) product, affecting versions earlier than 7.8 Update 1 (7.8.49 or 7.8.0.49). The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attackers to view information they may not have been authorized to view.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-11842?: Information disclosure vulnerability in Micro Focus Verastream Host Integrator (VHI) product, affecting versions earlier than 7.8 Update 1 (7.8.49 or 7.8.0.49). The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attackers to view information they may not have been authorized to view.
How severe is CVE-2020-11842?: CVE-2020-11842 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-11842 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-11842?: CVE-2020-11842 primarily affects Microfocus Verastream Host Integrator. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-11842?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-11842 published?: CVE-2020-11842 was published on 2020-05-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.microfocus.com/kb/doc.php?id=7024567

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:verastream_host_integrator:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:microfocus:verastream_host_integrator:7.8:-:*:*:*:*:*:*

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