CVE-2020-13864
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-2020-13864 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The Elementor Page Builder plugin before 2.9.9 for WordPress suffers from a stored XSS vulnerability. An author user can create posts that result in a stored XSS by using a crafted payload in custom links.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Elementor Page Builder plugin before 2.9.9 for WordPress suffers from a stored XSS vulnerability. An author user can create posts that result in a stored XSS by using a crafted payload in custom links.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elementor | Elementor Page Builder | < 2.9.9 |
References
- https://www.softwaresecured.com/elementor-page-builder-stored-xss/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.softwaresecured.com/elementor-page-builder-stored-xss/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-13864?
The Elementor Page Builder plugin before 2.9.9 for WordPress suffers from a stored XSS vulnerability. An author user can create posts that result in a stored XSS by using a crafted payload in custom links.
How severe is CVE-2020-13864?
CVE-2020-13864 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-13864?
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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