CVE-2020-10797: XSS
First published: Wed Apr 29 2020(Updated: )
An XSS vulnerability resides in the hostname field of the diag_ping.php page in pfsense before 2.4.5 version. After passing inputs to the command and executing this command, the $result variable is not sanitized before it is printed.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Netgate pfSense | <2.4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-10797?
CVE-2020-10797 is an XSS vulnerability that resides in the hostname field of the diag_ping.php page in pfSense before version 2.4.5.
How does CVE-2020-10797 affect pfSense?
CVE-2020-10797 affects pfSense versions before 2.4.5.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10797?
CVE-2020-10797 has a severity rating of 6.1 (medium).
How can CVE-2020-10797 be exploited?
CVE-2020-10797 can be exploited by passing malicious inputs to the hostname field of the diag_ping.php page.
Is there a fix for CVE-2020-10797?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2020-10797 is included in pfSense version 2.4.5.
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