CVE-2020-8417
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 10.36%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8417 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Code Snippets plugin before 2.14.0 for WordPress allows CSRF because of the lack of a Referer check on the import menu.. EPSS estimates a 10.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Code Snippets plugin before 2.14.0 for WordPress allows CSRF because of the lack of a Referer check on the import menu.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Codesnippets | Code Snippets | < 2.14.0 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/code-snippets/#developersVendor Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10050Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/code-snippets/#developersVendor Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/10050Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8417?
The Code Snippets plugin before 2.14.0 for WordPress allows CSRF because of the lack of a Referer check on the import menu.
How severe is CVE-2020-8417?
CVE-2020-8417 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 10.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8417?
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-2020-8417?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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