CVE-2020-25911 — CRITICAL (9.1)

Vulnerability Description

A XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was discovered in the modRestServiceRequest component in MODX CMS 2.7.3 which can lead to an information disclosure or denial of service (DOS).

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Modx	Modx Revolution	2.7.3

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-611

References

https://github.com/dahua966/Vul_disclose/blob/main/XXE_modxcms.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/modxcms/revolution/issues/15237PatchThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/dahua966/Vul_disclose/blob/main/XXE_modxcms.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/modxcms/revolution/issues/15237PatchThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-25911?

CVE-2020-25911 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). A XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was discovered in the modRestServiceRequest component in MODX CMS 2.7.3 which can lead to an information disclosure or denial of service (DOS).

How severe is CVE-2020-25911?

CVE-2020-25911 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2020-25911?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Modx Modx Revolution.