CVE-2017-20120 TrueConf Server cross-site request forgery

Medium 4.3 Published 29 Jun 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

A cross-site request forgery vulnerability in TrueConf Server allows remote attackers to perform unauthorized actions, such as stopping services, via crafted requests.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2017-20120?

CVE-2017-20120 is a medium-severity vulnerability in TrueConf Server, published on 29 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in TrueConf Server 4.3.7. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/service/stop/. The manipulation leads to cross-site request forgery. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-352

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-20120?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Trueconf Trueconf Server.

How do I fix CVE-2017-20120?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-20120 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-20120 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-20120 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5wxx-482m-3pgp.