CVE-2020-18336
CVE-2020-18336 is a high-severity vulnerability in Typora with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.4. 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 7.4)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (43rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-79
- Affected product: Typora
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in Typora v.0.9.65 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information via the PDF file exporting function.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-18336?
- Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in Typora v.0.9.65 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information via the PDF file exporting function.
- How severe is CVE-2020-18336?
- CVE-2020-18336 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2020-18336 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-18336?
- CVE-2020-18336 affects Typora. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-18336?
- 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-2020-18336 published?
- CVE-2020-18336 was published on 2023-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:typora:typora:0.9.65:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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