CVE-2020-12696
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 2.01%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12696 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The iframe plugin before 4.5 for WordPress does not sanitize a URL.. EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The iframe plugin before 4.5 for WordPress does not sanitize a URL.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Iframe Project | Iframe | < 4.5 |
References
- https://guilhermerubert.com/blog/cve-2020-12696/Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/iframe/#developersProduct, Release Notes
- https://guilhermerubert.com/blog/cve-2020-12696/Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/iframe/#developersProduct, Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12696?
The iframe plugin before 4.5 for WordPress does not sanitize a URL.
How severe is CVE-2020-12696?
CVE-2020-12696 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12696?
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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