CVE-2020-36670: NEX-Forms <= 7.7.1 - Missing Authorization on Various AJAX Actions

Published Mar 7, 2023
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Updated

The NEX-Forms. plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized disclosure and modification of data in versions up to, and including 7.7.1 due to missing capability checks on several AJAX actions. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with subscriber level permissions and above to invoke these functions which can be used to perform actions like modify form submission records, deleting files, sending test emails, modifying plugin settings, and more.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Basixonline Nex-forms Wordpress<=7.7.1

Event History

Mar 7, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:34 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-36670?

CVE-2020-36670 has a medium severity level due to the potential for unauthorized data disclosure and modification.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-36670?

To fix CVE-2020-36670, update the NEX-Forms plugin to version 7.7.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-36670?

Authenticated users with subscriber level permissions and above are affected by CVE-2020-36670.

4

What actions are vulnerable in CVE-2020-36670?

The vulnerability in CVE-2020-36670 is due to missing capability checks on several AJAX actions in the plugin.

5

Which versions of NEX-Forms are impacted by CVE-2020-36670?

Versions of NEX-Forms up to and including 7.7.1 are impacted by CVE-2020-36670.

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