CVE-2020-24599
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.16%
Last modified
CVE-2020-24599 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.21. Lack of escaping in mod_latestactions allows XSS attacks.. EPSS estimates a 1.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.21. Lack of escaping in mod_latestactions allows XSS attacks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 3.9.0, < 3.9.21 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-24599?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.21. Lack of escaping in mod_latestactions allows XSS attacks.
How severe is CVE-2020-24599?
CVE-2020-24599 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-24599?
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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