Vulnerability Description
TinyMCE before 4.9.7 and 5.x before 5.1.4 allows XSS in the core parser, the paste plugin, and the visualchars plugin by using the clipboard or APIs to insert content into the editor.
CVSS Score
6.1
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tiny | Tinymce | < 4.9.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/tinymce/tinymce/security/advisories/GHSA-27gm-ghr9-4v95ExploitRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://www.tiny.cloud/docs/release-notes/release-notes514/#securityfixesRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/tinymce/tinymce/security/advisories/GHSA-27gm-ghr9-4v95ExploitRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://www.tiny.cloud/docs/release-notes/release-notes514/#securityfixesRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-17480?
CVE-2020-17480 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). TinyMCE before 4.9.7 and 5.x before 5.1.4 allows XSS in the core parser, the paste plugin, and the visualchars plugin by using the clipboard or APIs to insert content into the editor.
How severe is CVE-2020-17480?
CVE-2020-17480 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-17480?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tiny Tinymce.