CVE-2018-20972

Name: CVE-2018-20972
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-08-16T21:15:11.143+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.65%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20972 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The companion-auto-update plugin before 3.2.1 for WordPress has CSRF.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The companion-auto-update plugin before 3.2.1 for WordPress has CSRF.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.65%

46.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-352

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Codeermeneer	Companion Auto Update	< 3.2.1

References

https://wordpress.org/plugins/companion-auto-update/#developersIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://wordpress.org/plugins/companion-auto-update/#developersIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 16, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20972?

The companion-auto-update plugin before 3.2.1 for WordPress has CSRF.

How severe is CVE-2018-20972?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20972 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20972?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-20972?

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Source: NVD / NIST