CVE-2020-7997: XSS

Published Jan 28, 2020
·
Updated

ASUS WRT-AC66U 3 RT 3.0.0.4.37267 devices allow XSS via the Client Name field to the Parental Control feature.

Affected Software

4 affected components
ASUS Rt-ac66u Firmware=3.0.0.4.372_67
ASUS RT-AC66U
All of the following
ASUS Rt-ac66u Firmware=3.0.0.4.372_67
ASUS RT-AC66U

Event History

Jan 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:33 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7997?

The severity of CVE-2020-7997 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

2

How does CVE-2020-7997 allow XSS attacks?

CVE-2020-7997 allows XSS attacks through the Client Name field of the Parental Control feature in ASUS WRT-AC66U 3 RT 3.0.0.4.372_67 devices.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2020-7997?

ASUS WRT-AC66U 3 RT 3.0.0.4.372_67 devices are affected by CVE-2020-7997.

4

How can I fix the XSS vulnerability in ASUS WRT-AC66U 3 RT 3.0.0.4.372_67 devices?

To fix the XSS vulnerability in ASUS WRT-AC66U 3 RT 3.0.0.4.372_67 devices, it is recommended to update the firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-7997?

More information about CVE-2020-7997 can be found at the following reference: https://gist.github.com/adeshkolte/983bcadd82cc1fd60333098eb646ef68

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