CVE-2020-36656
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2020-36656 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. The Spectra WordPress plugin before 1.15.0 does not sanitize user input as it reaches its style HTML attribute, allowing contributors to conduct stored XSS attacks via the plugin's Gutenberg blocks.. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Spectra WordPress plugin before 1.15.0 does not sanitize user input as it reaches its style HTML attribute, allowing contributors to conduct stored XSS attacks via the plugin's Gutenberg blocks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brainstormforce | Spectra | < 1.15.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10f7e892-7a91-4292-b03e-6ad75756488bExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10f7e892-7a91-4292-b03e-6ad75756488bExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36656?
The Spectra WordPress plugin before 1.15.0 does not sanitize user input as it reaches its style HTML attribute, allowing contributors to conduct stored XSS attacks via the plugin's Gutenberg blocks.
How severe is CVE-2020-36656?
CVE-2020-36656 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36656?
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-2020-36656?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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