CVE-2020-14320: XSS

Published Aug 16, 2022
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Updated

In Moodle before 3.9.1, 3.8.4 and 3.7.7, the filter in the admin task log required extra sanitizing to prevent a reflected XSS risk.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Moodle moodle>=3.7.0<3.7.7
Moodle moodle>=3.8.0<3.8.4
Moodle moodle=3.9.0

Event History

Aug 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-14320?

CVE-2020-14320 is a vulnerability in Moodle before versions 3.9.1, 3.8.4, and 3.7.7 that allows for a reflected XSS risk in the filter of the admin task log.

2

How does CVE-2020-14320 affect Moodle?

CVE-2020-14320 affects Moodle versions before 3.9.1, 3.8.4, and 3.7.7 by posing a risk of reflected XSS through the filter in the admin task log.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-14320?

The severity of CVE-2020-14320 is rated as medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-14320?

To fix CVE-2020-14320, it is recommended to upgrade Moodle to version 3.9.1, 3.8.4, or 3.7.7, where the vulnerability is patched.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-14320?

More information about CVE-2020-14320 can be found at the following link: https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=407392

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