CVE-2020-36503
HIGHCVSS 8/10EPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36503 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Connections Business Directory WordPress plugin before 9.7 does not validate or sanitise some connections' fields, which could lead to a CSV injection issue. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Connections Business Directory WordPress plugin before 9.7 does not validate or sanitise some connections' fields, which could lead to a CSV injection issue
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Connections-Pro | Connections Business Directory | >= 0.7.3.2, <= 9.6 |
References
- https://github.com/Connections-Business-Directory/Connections/issues/474Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dd394b55-c86f-4fa2-aae8-5903ca0b95ecExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Connections-Business-Directory/Connections/issues/474Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dd394b55-c86f-4fa2-aae8-5903ca0b95ecExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36503?
The Connections Business Directory WordPress plugin before 9.7 does not validate or sanitise some connections' fields, which could lead to a CSV injection issue
How severe is CVE-2020-36503?
CVE-2020-36503 has a CVSS score of 8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36503?
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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