CVE-2020-36523
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36523 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability was found in PlantUML 6.43. It has been declared as problematic. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability was found in PlantUML 6.43. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the component Database Information Macro. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Avono | Plantuml | 6.43 |
References
- https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Oct/15Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?id.164509Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Oct/15Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?id.164509Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36523?
A vulnerability was found in PlantUML 6.43. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the component Database Information Macro. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
How severe is CVE-2020-36523?
CVE-2020-36523 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36523?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-36523?
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