CVE-2020-15930: XSS

Published Sep 24, 2020
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Updated

An XSS issue in Joplin desktop 1.0.190 to 1.0.245 allows arbitrary code execution via a malicious HTML embed tag.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joplin Project Joplin>=1.0.190<=1.0.245

Event History

Sep 24, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:41 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-15930?

CVE-2020-15930 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Joplin desktop 1.0.190 to 1.0.245 that allows arbitrary code execution via a malicious HTML embed tag.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15930?

The severity of CVE-2020-15930 is medium (6.1).

3

How does CVE-2020-15930 affect Joplin desktop?

CVE-2020-15930 affects Joplin desktop versions 1.0.190 to 1.0.245.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-15930?

To fix CVE-2020-15930, it is recommended to update Joplin desktop to version 1.1.4 or later.

5

What is CWE-79?

CWE-79 is a Common Weakness Enumeration category for Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation vulnerability, which is relevant to CVE-2020-15930.

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