CVE-2020-10240
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2020-10240 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.16. Missing length checks in the user table can lead to the creation of users with duplicate usernames and/or email addresses.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.16. Missing length checks in the user table can lead to the creation of users with duplicate usernames and/or email addresses.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 3.0.0, < 3.9.16 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10240?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.16. Missing length checks in the user table can lead to the creation of users with duplicate usernames and/or email addresses.
How severe is CVE-2020-10240?
CVE-2020-10240 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10240?
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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