CVE-2020-20406
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2020-20406 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A stored XSS vulnerability exists in the Custom Link Attributes control Affect function in Elementor Page Builder 2.9.2 and earlier versions. It is caused by inadequate filtering on the link custom attributes.. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A stored XSS vulnerability exists in the Custom Link Attributes control Affect function in Elementor Page Builder 2.9.2 and earlier versions. It is caused by inadequate filtering on the link custom attributes.
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 | <= 2.9.2 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/elementor/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/elementor/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-20406?
A stored XSS vulnerability exists in the Custom Link Attributes control Affect function in Elementor Page Builder 2.9.2 and earlier versions. It is caused by inadequate filtering on the link custom attributes.
How severe is CVE-2020-20406?
CVE-2020-20406 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-20406?
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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