HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2020-1675
HIGH

CVE-2020-1675

CWE-299Published: October 16, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.3
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

When Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) authentication is enabled, Juniper Networks Mist Cloud UI might incorrectly process invalid authentication certificates which could allow a malicious network-based user to access unauthorized data. This issue affects all Juniper Networks Mist Cloud UI versions prior to September 2 2020.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-1675 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeChanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L

Affected Vendors & Products

Juniper Networks1 product(s)
mist cloud ui
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (2)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2020-1675
CVSS Score8.3 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-299
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 16, 2020

Related CVEs (CWE-299)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2020-1675 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.