CVE-2020-15161

Potential XSS in PrestaShop

Description

In PrestaShop from version 1.6.0.4 and before version 1.7.6.8 an attacker is able to inject javascript while using the contact form. The problem is fixed in 1.7.6.8

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: PrestaShop PrestaShop
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/security/advisories/GHSA-5cp2-r794-w37w third party advisory
https://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/commit/562a231fec18a928e4a601860416fe11af274672 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/PrestaShop/PrestaShop/releases/tag/1.7.6.8 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15161?
CVE-2020-15161 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-15161?
To fix CVE-2020-15161, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2020-15161 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-15161 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-15161?
CVE-2020-15161 affects PrestaShop PrestaShop.
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