CVE-2020-27885: XSS
First published: Thu Oct 29 2020(Updated: )
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on WSO2 API Manager 3.1.0. By exploiting a Cross-site scripting vulnerability the attacker can hijack a logged-in user’s session by stealing cookies which means that a malicious hacker can change the logged-in user’s password and invalidate the session of the victim while the hacker maintains access.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WSO2 API Manager | =3.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27885?
CVE-2020-27885 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on WSO2 API Manager 3.1.0.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-27885?
The severity of CVE-2020-27885 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
How does CVE-2020-27885 impact WSO2 API Manager 3.1.0?
By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can hijack a logged-in user’s session, change the user's password, and invalidate the session.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-27885?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-27885 by leveraging a Cross-site scripting vulnerability to steal cookies and gain unauthorized access to a user's session.
How can I mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-27885?
To mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-27885, it is recommended to upgrade to a secure version of WSO2 API Manager and follow the security best practices outlined by the vendor.
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