CVE-2020-9008
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.62%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9008 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Stored Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Blackboard Learn/PeopleTool v9.1 allows users to inject arbitrary web script via the Tile widget in the People Tool profile editor.. EPSS estimates a 0.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stored Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Blackboard Learn/PeopleTool v9.1 allows users to inject arbitrary web script via the Tile widget in the People Tool profile editor.
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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackboard | Blackboard Learn | < 9.1 | — |
| Blackboard | Blackboard Learn | 9.1 | Q2 2017 |
References
- https://blackboard.comProduct
- https://github.com/kyletimmermans/blackboard-xss/blob/master/CVE-2020-9008.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://blackboard.comProduct
- https://github.com/kyletimmermans/blackboard-xss/blob/master/CVE-2020-9008.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9008?
Stored Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Blackboard Learn/PeopleTool v9.1 allows users to inject arbitrary web script via the Tile widget in the People Tool profile editor.
How severe is CVE-2020-9008?
CVE-2020-9008 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9008?
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.
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