Is CVE-2020-18191 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-18191 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-18191 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2020-18191 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-18191?

CVE-2020-18191 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2020-18191

CWE-22Published: October 2, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

GetSimpleCMS-3.3.15 is affected by directory traversal. Remote attackers are able to delete arbitrary files via /GetSimpleCMS-3.3.15/admin/log.php

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

GetSimpleCMS 3.3.15 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This can lead to significant system disruption or data loss. The critical CVSS score indicates a high risk of remote exploitation.

No public exploit is known for this vulnerability, and it is not currently in the CISA KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Ensure the application is updated to a version that restricts file path access and prevents directory traversal.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-18191 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.1.