CVE-2020-36172
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.90%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36172 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Advanced Custom Fields plugin before 5.8.12 for WordPress mishandles the escaping of strings in Select2 dropdowns, potentially leading to XSS.. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Advanced Custom Fields plugin before 5.8.12 for WordPress mishandles the escaping of strings in Select2 dropdowns, potentially leading to XSS.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Advancedcustomfields | Advanced Custom Fields | < 5.8.12 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36172?
The Advanced Custom Fields plugin before 5.8.12 for WordPress mishandles the escaping of strings in Select2 dropdowns, potentially leading to XSS.
How severe is CVE-2020-36172?
CVE-2020-36172 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36172?
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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