CVE-2019-12766
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.92%
Last modified
CVE-2019-12766 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.7. The subform fieldtype does not sufficiently filter or validate input of subfields. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.7. The subform fieldtype does not sufficiently filter or validate input of subfields. This leads to XSS attack vectors.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 3.6.0, <= 3.9.6 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108735Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108735Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-12766?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.7. The subform fieldtype does not sufficiently filter or validate input of subfields. This leads to XSS attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2019-12766?
CVE-2019-12766 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-12766?
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-2019-12766?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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