CVE-2020-11944
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2020-11944 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Abe (aka bitcoin-abe) through 0.7.2, and 0.8pre, allows XSS in __call__ in abe.py because the PATH_INFO environment variable is mishandled during a PageNotFound exception.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Abe (aka bitcoin-abe) through 0.7.2, and 0.8pre, allows XSS in __call__ in abe.py because the PATH_INFO environment variable is mishandled during a PageNotFound exception.
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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin-Abe Project | Bitcoin-Abe | <= 0.7.2 | — |
| Bitcoin-Abe Project | Bitcoin-Abe | 0.8 | Pre |
References
- https://geeknik-labs.comThird Party Advisory
- https://geeknik-labs.comThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-11944?
Abe (aka bitcoin-abe) through 0.7.2, and 0.8pre, allows XSS in __call__ in abe.py because the PATH_INFO environment variable is mishandled during a PageNotFound exception.
How severe is CVE-2020-11944?
CVE-2020-11944 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-11944?
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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