Intrusion PreventionJoomla!.CMS.mod_random_image.link.Stored.XSS
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Joomla! CMS.
The vulnerability is due to improper validation of the link parameter in the mod_random_image module. A remote, authenticated attacker can exploit the vulnerability by sending a crafted request to the server. Successful exploitation could result in the execution of arbitrary script code in the target user's browser.
Affected Products
Joomla! CMS 3.0.0 through 3.9.19
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected application.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/822-20200705-core-escape-mod-random-image-link.html
Telemetry
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
| ID | 49740 |
| Created | Jan 07, 2021 |
| Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2020-15696 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 0.1% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows, Linux, BSD, Solaris, MacOS |
| Affected App | PHP_app |