CVE-2020-18229
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.93%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18229 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in PHPMyWind v5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by injecting scripts into the parameter "$cfg_copyright" of component " /admin/web_config.php".. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in PHPMyWind v5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by injecting scripts into the parameter "$cfg_copyright" of component " /admin/web_config.php".
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpmywind | Phpmywind | 5.5 |
References
- https://github.com/PearlyNautilus/Security-Code-Review/issues/4Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/PearlyNautilus/Security-Code-Review/issues/4Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18229?
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in PHPMyWind v5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by injecting scripts into the parameter "$cfg_copyright" of component " /admin/web_config.php".
How severe is CVE-2020-18229?
CVE-2020-18229 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18229?
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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