CWE
611
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-25911: XEE

First published: Sun Oct 31 2021(Updated: )

A XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was discovered in the modRestServiceRequest component in MODX CMS 2.7.3 which can lead to an information disclosure or denial of service (DOS).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MODx Revolution=2.7.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-25911?

    The severity of CVE-2020-25911 is classified as medium due to its potential for information disclosure and denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-25911?

    To fix CVE-2020-25911, upgrade to a later version of MODX CMS that addresses the XML External Entity vulnerability.

  • What causes the CVE-2020-25911 vulnerability?

    CVE-2020-25911 is caused by improper handling of XML input in the modRestServiceRequest component of MODX CMS.

  • What can an attacker achieve with CVE-2020-25911?

    An attacker exploiting CVE-2020-25911 can potentially disclose sensitive information or cause denial of service.

  • Is MODX CMS version 2.7.3 still safe to use after CVE-2020-25911?

    MODX CMS version 2.7.3 is not safe to use due to the presence of CVE-2020-25911, and users should upgrade to mitigate the risk.

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