CVE-2020-21487
CRITICALCVSS 9.6/10EPSS 0.67%
Last modified
CVE-2020-21487 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.6/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in Netgate pfSense 2.4.4 and ACME package v.0.6.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RootFolder field of acme_certificates.php.. EPSS estimates a 0.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in Netgate pfSense 2.4.4 and ACME package v.0.6.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RootFolder field of acme_certificates.php.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgate | Pfsense | 2.4.4 |
| Netgate | Pfsense Acme Package | 0.6.3 |
References
- https://redmine.pfsense.org/issues/9888Issue Tracking, Patch
- https://redmine.pfsense.org/issues/9888Issue Tracking, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21487?
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability found in Netgate pfSense 2.4.4 and ACME package v.0.6.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RootFolder field of acme_certificates.php.
How severe is CVE-2020-21487?
CVE-2020-21487 has a CVSS score of 9.6/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-21487?
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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