PatchTheCVECVE-2020-7832: A vulnerability (improper input validation) in the DEXT5 Upload solution allows an unauthenticated attacker to
CVE-2020-7832 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting dext5. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability (improper input validation) in the DEXT5 Upload solution allows an unauthenticated attacker to download and execute an arbitrary file via AddUploadFile, SetSelectItem, DoOpenFile function.(CVE-2020-7832)
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.0% (top 39%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2021-09-07 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-7832?
dext5: upgrade to newer than 5.0.0.117. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-7832 being exploited?
CVE-2020-7832 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-7832 affect?
CVE-2020-7832 affects dext5. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). A vulnerability (improper input validation) in the DEXT5 Upload solution allows an unauthenticated attacker to download and execute an arbitrary file via AddUploadFile, SetSelectItem, DoOpenFile function.(CVE-2020-7832)
How urgent is CVE-2020-7832?
Priority 46/100. High severity