CVE-2018-20755: XSS

Published Feb 6, 2019
·
Updated

MODX Revolution through v2.7.0-pl allows XSS via the User Photo field.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
MODX MODX Revolution<=2.7.0
MODX MODX Revolution=2.7.0-pl
composer/modx/revolution<2.7.1-pl
2.7.1-pl

Event History

Feb 6, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·01:36 AM
Data Sourced
via GitHub·01:36 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-20755?

CVE-2018-20755 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to its potential for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-20755?

To fix CVE-2018-20755, upgrade MODX Revolution to version 2.7.1 or later where this vulnerability is addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2018-20755?

CVE-2018-20755 affects all versions of MODX Revolution up to 2.7.0, including 2.7.0-pl.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-20755?

CVE-2018-20755 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that enables attackers to inject malicious scripts.

5

Can I mitigate CVE-2018-20755 without upgrading?

Mitigating CVE-2018-20755 without an upgrade may involve disabling the User Photo field or implementing strict input validation.

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