CVE-2020-27356
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.95%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27356 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The debug-meta-data plugin 1.1.2 for WordPress allows XSS.. EPSS estimates a 0.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The debug-meta-data plugin 1.1.2 for WordPress allows XSS.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Debug Meta Data Project | Debug Meta Data | 1.1.2 |
References
- https://github.com/ahmadawais/debug-meta-data/blob/master/changelog.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mandiant/Vulnerability-Disclosures/blob/master/MNDT-2021-0009/MNDT-2021-0009.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/debug-meta-data/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ahmadawais/debug-meta-data/blob/master/changelog.mdRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mandiant/Vulnerability-Disclosures/blob/master/MNDT-2021-0009/MNDT-2021-0009.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/debug-meta-data/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27356?
The debug-meta-data plugin 1.1.2 for WordPress allows XSS.
How severe is CVE-2020-27356?
CVE-2020-27356 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27356?
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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