CVE-2020-24993
CWE-79Published: May 17, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
There is a cross site scripting vulnerability on CmsWing 1.3.7. This vulnerability (stored XSS) is triggered when visitors access the article module.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-24993 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-24993 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts