CVE-2020-22540
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2020-22540 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Codoforum v4.9, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code and obtain sensitive information via crafted payload to Category name component.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Codoforum v4.9, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code and obtain sensitive information via crafted payload to Category name component.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Codologic | Codoforum | 4.9 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/s4fv4n/0d7a5093886cf41d9c478166e4aeec64Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/s4fv4n/0d7a5093886cf41d9c478166e4aeec64Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-22540?
Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Codoforum v4.9, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code and obtain sensitive information via crafted payload to Category name component.
How severe is CVE-2020-22540?
CVE-2020-22540 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22540?
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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