CVE-2020-7239
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.37%
Last modified
CVE-2020-7239 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The conversation-watson plugin before 0.8.21 for WordPress has a DOM-based XSS vulnerability that is executed when a chat message containing JavaScript is sent.. EPSS estimates a 1.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The conversation-watson plugin before 0.8.21 for WordPress has a DOM-based XSS vulnerability that is executed when a chat message containing JavaScript is sent.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Chatbot With Ibm Watson | < 0.8.21 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/conversation-watson/#developersThird Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10035Third Party Advisory
- https://www.hooperlabs.xyz/disclosures/cve-2020-7239.phpExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/conversation-watson/#developersThird Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10035Third Party Advisory
- https://www.hooperlabs.xyz/disclosures/cve-2020-7239.phpExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7239?
The conversation-watson plugin before 0.8.21 for WordPress has a DOM-based XSS vulnerability that is executed when a chat message containing JavaScript is sent.
How severe is CVE-2020-7239?
CVE-2020-7239 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-7239?
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-2020-7239?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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