CVE-2020-10242: XSS

Published Mar 16, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.16. Inadequate handling of CSS selectors in the Protostar and Beez3 JavaScript allows XSS attacks.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!>=3.0.0<3.9.16

Event History

Mar 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:48 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-10242?

CVE-2020-10242 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow XSS attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-10242?

To fix CVE-2020-10242, upgrade Joomla! to version 3.9.16 or later immediately.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2020-10242 facilitate?

CVE-2020-10242 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks due to inadequate handling of CSS selectors.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10242?

CVE-2020-10242 affects Joomla! versions before 3.9.16.

5

What components of Joomla! are impacted by CVE-2020-10242?

CVE-2020-10242 impacts the Protostar and Beez3 templates in Joomla!

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