CVE-2020-18979
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.74%
Last modified
CVE-2020-18979 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Siste Scripting (XSS) vulnerablity in Halo 0.4.3 via the X-forwarded-for Header parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Siste Scripting (XSS) vulnerablity in Halo 0.4.3 via the X-forwarded-for Header parameter.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Halo | Halo | 0.4.3 |
References
- https://github.com/halo-dev/halo/issues/126Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/halo-dev/halo/issues/126Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-18979?
Cross Siste Scripting (XSS) vulnerablity in Halo 0.4.3 via the X-forwarded-for Header parameter.
How severe is CVE-2020-18979?
CVE-2020-18979 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-18979?
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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