CVE-2020-36714

Name: CVE-2020-36714
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-10-20T08:15:11.02+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.43%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-36714 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Brizy plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a incorrect capability check on the is_administrator() function in versions up to, and including, 1.0.125. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers to access and interact with available AJAX functions.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Brizy plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authorization bypass due to a incorrect capability check on the is_administrator() function in versions up to, and including, 1.0.125. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers to access and interact with available AJAX functions.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.43%

34.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Brizy	Brizy	<= 1.0.125

References

https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-brizy-page-builder-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9495e25d-a5a6-4f25-9363-783626e58a4a?source=cveThird Party Advisory
https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-brizy-page-builder-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9495e25d-a5a6-4f25-9363-783626e58a4a?source=cveThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 20, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-36714?

How severe is CVE-2020-36714?

CVE-2020-36714 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-36714?

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-2020-36714?

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Source: NVD / NIST