CVE-2020-15696
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 3.19%
Last modified
CVE-2020-15696 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Lack of input filtering and escaping allows XSS attacks in mod_random_image.. EPSS estimates a 3.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Lack of input filtering and escaping allows XSS attacks in mod_random_image.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 3.0.0, <= 3.9.19 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-15696?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Lack of input filtering and escaping allows XSS attacks in mod_random_image.
How severe is CVE-2020-15696?
CVE-2020-15696 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15696?
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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