CVE-2020-15697
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 1.00%
Last modified
CVE-2020-15697 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Internal read-only fields in the User table class could be modified by users.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Internal read-only fields in the User table class could be modified by users.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/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-2020-15697?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! through 3.9.19. Internal read-only fields in the User table class could be modified by users.
How severe is CVE-2020-15697?
CVE-2020-15697 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15697?
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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