CVE-2020-9741: Stored XSS in AEM Forms Components

Published Sep 10, 2020
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Updated

The AEM forms add-on for versions 6.5.5.0 (and below) and 6.4.8.2 (and below) is affected by a stored XSS vulnerability that allows users with 'Author' privileges to store malicious scripts in fields associated with the Forms component. These scripts may be executed in a victim’s browser when they open the page containing the vulnerable field.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Adobe Experience Manager>=6.4.0.0<=6.4.8.2
Adobe Experience Manager>=6.5.0.0<=6.5.5.0

Event History

Sep 10, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this AEM forms add-on vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this AEM forms add-on vulnerability is CVE-2020-9741.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-9741?

The severity of CVE-2020-9741 is critical.

3

Which versions of Adobe Experience Manager are affected by CVE-2020-9741?

Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.5.0 and below, as well as 6.4.8.2 and below, are affected by CVE-2020-9741.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2020-9741?

CVE-2020-9741 allows users with 'Author' privileges to store malicious scripts in fields associated with the Forms component, which can be executed in a victim's browser.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-9741?

Yes, Adobe has released a security update to address the vulnerability. Please refer to the official Adobe Security Bulletin APSB20-56 for more information.

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