CVE-2020-20522
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2020-20522 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in KiteCMS v.1.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the registering user parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in KiteCMS v.1.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the registering user 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kitesky | Kitecms | 1.1 |
References
- https://github.com/Kitesky/KiteCMS/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/Kitesky/KiteCMS/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-20522?
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in KiteCMS v.1.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the registering user parameter.
How severe is CVE-2020-20522?
CVE-2020-20522 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-20522?
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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