How severe is CVE-2020-15177?

CVE-2020-15177 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-15177 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-15177?

CVE-2020-15177 affects Glpi-project Glpi. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-15177?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2020-15177 published?

CVE-2020-15177 was published on 2020-10-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-15177

CVE-2020-15177 is a high-severity vulnerability in Glpi-project Glpi with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.0)
CVSS v2: 4.3
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (51st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Glpi-project Glpi
Published: 2020-10-07
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In GLPI before version 9.5.2, the `install/install.php` endpoint insecurely stores user input into the database as `url_base` and `url_base_api`. These settings are referenced throughout the application and allow for vulnerabilities like Cross-Site Scripting and Insecure Redirection Since authentication is not required to perform these changes,anyone could point these fields at malicious websites or form input in a way to trigger XSS. Leveraging JavaScript it's possible to steal cookies, perform actions as the user, etc. The issue is patched in version 9.5.2.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-15177?: In GLPI before version 9.5.2, the `install/install.php` endpoint insecurely stores user input into the database as `url_base` and `url_base_api`. These settings are referenced throughout the application and allow for vulnerabilities like Cross-Site Scripting and Insecure Redirection Since authentication is not required to perform these changes,anyone could point these fields at malicious websites or form input in a way to trigger XSS. Leveraging JavaScript it's possible to steal cookies, perform actions as the user, etc. The issue is patched in version 9.5.2.
How severe is CVE-2020-15177?: CVE-2020-15177 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-15177 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-15177?: CVE-2020-15177 affects Glpi-project Glpi. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15177?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-15177 published?: CVE-2020-15177 was published on 2020-10-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:glpi-project:glpi:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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