CVE-2020-27783
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Description
A Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability was found in the python-lxml's clean module. The module's parser did not properly imitate browsers, causing different behaviors between the sanitizer and the user's page. This flaw allows a remote attacker to run arbitrary HTML/JS code. The highest threat from this vulnerability is to confidentiality and integrity.
Additional information
- Bugzilla 1901633: python-lxml: mXSS due to the use of improper parser
- CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
- FAQ: Frequently asked questions about CVE-2020-27783
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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Red Hat | NVD | |
---|---|---|
CVSS v3 Base Score | 6.1 | 6.1 |
Attack Vector | Network | Network |
Attack Complexity | Low | Low |
Privileges Required | None | None |
User Interaction | Required | Required |
Scope | Changed | Changed |
Confidentiality Impact | Low | Low |
Integrity Impact | Low | Low |
Availability Impact | None | None |
CVSS v3 Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
NVD: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
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