CVE-2020-13924
CVE-2020-13924 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Ambari 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (89th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Apache Ambari
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In Apache Ambari versions 2.6.2.2 and earlier, malicious users can construct file names for directory traversal and traverse to other directories to download files.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-13924?
- In Apache Ambari versions 2.6.2.2 and earlier, malicious users can construct file names for directory traversal and traverse to other directories to download files.
- How severe is CVE-2020-13924?
- CVE-2020-13924 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-2020-13924 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-13924?
- CVE-2020-13924 affects Apache Ambari. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-13924?
- 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-2020-13924 published?
- CVE-2020-13924 was published on 2021-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:apache:ambari:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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