CVE-2020-37174
CWE-79Published: May 13, 2026· Updated: May 13, 2026
Official Description
WOOF Products Filter for WooCommerce 1.2.3 contains a persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts by entering XSS payloads in design tab textfields. Attackers can inject JavaScript code through fields like 'Text for block toggle' and 'Custom front css styles' that executes on frontend pages when saved, affecting all site visitors.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-37174 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires high 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-2020-37174 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts