CVE-2020-22251
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2020-22251 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpList 3.5.3 via the login name field in Manage Administrators when adding a new admin.. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpList 3.5.3 via the login name field in Manage Administrators when adding a new admin.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Phplist | Phplist | <= 3.5.3 |
References
- https://github.com/phpList/phplist3/issues/660Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/phpList/phplist3/issues/660Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22251?
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in phpList 3.5.3 via the login name field in Manage Administrators when adding a new admin.
How severe is CVE-2020-22251?
CVE-2020-22251 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22251?
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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