CVE-2020-16266: XSS
First published: Wed Aug 12 2020(Updated: )
An XSS issue was discovered in MantisBT before 2.24.2. Improper escaping on view_all_bug_page.php allows a remote attacker to inject arbitrary HTML into the page by saving it into a text Custom Field, leading to possible code execution in the browser of any user subsequently viewing the issue (if CSP settings allow it).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mantisbt Mantisbt | <2.24.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16266?
CVE-2020-16266 is an XSS vulnerability discovered in MantisBT before version 2.24.2.
How does CVE-2020-16266 affect MantisBT?
CVE-2020-16266 allows a remote attacker to inject arbitrary HTML into the MantisBT view_all_bug_page.php by saving it into a text Custom Field.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16266?
The severity of CVE-2020-16266 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16266?
To fix CVE-2020-16266, update MantisBT to version 2.24.2 or later.
Are there any references for CVE-2020-16266?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2020-16266 at the following links: 1. [MantisBT Blog Post](https://mantisbt.org/blog/archives/mantisbt/665) 2. [MantisBT Bug Entry](https://mantisbt.org/bugs/view.php?id=27056)
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