CVE-2020-28455
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28455 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. This affects all versions of package markdown-it-toc. The title of the generated toc and the contents of the header are not escaped.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
This affects all versions of package markdown-it-toc. The title of the generated toc and the contents of the header are not escaped.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Markdown-It-Toc Project | Markdown-It-Toc | All versions |
References
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-MARKDOWNITTOC-1044067Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JS-MARKDOWNITTOC-1044067Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28455?
This affects all versions of package markdown-it-toc. The title of the generated toc and the contents of the header are not escaped.
How severe is CVE-2020-28455?
CVE-2020-28455 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28455?
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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