CVE-2020-12073
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.58%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12073 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The responsive-add-ons plugin before 2.2.7 for WordPress has incorrect access control for wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action= requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The responsive-add-ons plugin before 2.2.7 for WordPress has incorrect access control for wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action= requests.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cyberchimps | Gutenberg \& Elementor Templates Importer For Responsive | < 2.2.7 |
References
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/03/severe-flaws-patched-in-responsive-ready-sites-importer-plugin/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/03/severe-flaws-patched-in-responsive-ready-sites-importer-plugin/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12073?
The responsive-add-ons plugin before 2.2.7 for WordPress has incorrect access control for wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action= requests.
How severe is CVE-2020-12073?
CVE-2020-12073 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12073?
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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