CVE-2020-35542

CVE-2020-35542 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Unisys Data Exchange Management Studio with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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

Description

Unisys Data Exchange Management Studio through 5.0.34 doesn't sanitize the input to a HTML document field. This could be used for an XSS attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-35542?
Unisys Data Exchange Management Studio through 5.0.34 doesn't sanitize the input to a HTML document field. This could be used for an XSS attack.
How severe is CVE-2020-35542?
CVE-2020-35542 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-35542 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-35542?
CVE-2020-35542 affects Unisys Data Exchange Management Studio. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35542?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-35542 published?
CVE-2020-35542 was published on 2021-04-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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