CVE-2016-11020
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.88%
Last modified
CVE-2016-11020 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Kunena before 5.0.4 does not restrict avatar file extensions to gif, jpeg, jpg, and png. This can lead to XSS and remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Kunena before 5.0.4 does not restrict avatar file extensions to gif, jpeg, jpg, and png. This can lead to XSS and remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kunena | Kunena | < 5.0.4 |
References
- https://github.com/Kunena/Kunena-Forum/pull/5028Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kunena.org/blog/179-kunena-5-0-4-releasedRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kunena.org/bugs/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/Kunena/Kunena-Forum/pull/5028Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kunena.org/blog/179-kunena-5-0-4-releasedRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kunena.org/bugs/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-11020?
Kunena before 5.0.4 does not restrict avatar file extensions to gif, jpeg, jpg, and png. This can lead to XSS and remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2016-11020?
CVE-2016-11020 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-11020?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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