CVE-2020-8859

CVE-2020-8859 is a high-severity vulnerability in Psi Electronic Logbook 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-476.

Key facts

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of ELOG Electronic Logbook 3.1.4-283534d. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of HTTP parameters. A crafted request can trigger the dereference of a null pointer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition. Was ZDI-CAN-10115.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-8859?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of ELOG Electronic Logbook 3.1.4-283534d. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of HTTP parameters. A crafted request can trigger the dereference of a null pointer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition. Was ZDI-CAN-10115.
How severe is CVE-2020-8859?
CVE-2020-8859 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 none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-8859 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-8859?
CVE-2020-8859 affects Psi Electronic Logbook. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8859?
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-2020-8859 published?
CVE-2020-8859 was published on 2020-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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