CVE-2020-23042

CVE-2020-23042 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Dropouts Super Backup with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. 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

Description

Dropouts Technologies LLP Super Backup v2.0.5 was discovered to contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the path parameter of the `list` and `download` module. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted GET request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-23042?
Dropouts Technologies LLP Super Backup v2.0.5 was discovered to contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the path parameter of the `list` and `download` module. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted GET request.
How severe is CVE-2020-23042?
CVE-2020-23042 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-23042 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-23042?
CVE-2020-23042 primarily affects Dropouts Super Backup. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23042?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-23042 published?
CVE-2020-23042 was published on 2021-10-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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