CVE-2019-20173
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 2.46%
Last modified
CVE-2019-20173 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Auth0 wp-auth0 plugin 3.11.x before 3.11.3 for WordPress allows XSS via a wle parameter associated with wp-login.php.. EPSS estimates a 2.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Auth0 wp-auth0 plugin 3.11.x before 3.11.3 for WordPress allows XSS via a wle parameter associated with wp-login.php.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Auth0 | Login By Auth0 | >= 3.11.0, < 3.11.3 |
References
- https://auth0.com/docs/security/bulletins/cve-2019-20173Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/auth0/wp-auth0/releases/tag/3.11.3Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10059Third Party Advisory
- https://auth0.com/docs/security/bulletins/cve-2019-20173Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/auth0/wp-auth0/releases/tag/3.11.3Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10059Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-20173?
The Auth0 wp-auth0 plugin 3.11.x before 3.11.3 for WordPress allows XSS via a wle parameter associated with wp-login.php.
How severe is CVE-2019-20173?
CVE-2019-20173 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20173?
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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