How severe is CVE-2020-36720?

CVE-2020-36720 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-36720 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-36720?

CVE-2020-36720 affects Kaliforms Kali Forms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-36720?

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-2020-36720 published?

CVE-2020-36720 was published on 2023-06-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-36720

CVE-2020-36720 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kaliforms Kali Forms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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-862.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-862
Affected product: Kaliforms Kali Forms
Published: 2023-06-07
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Kali Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Authenticated Options Change in versions up to, and including, 2.1.1. This is due to the update_option lacking proper authentication checks. This makes it possible for any authenticated attacker to change (or delete) the plugin's settings.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-36720?: The Kali Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Authenticated Options Change in versions up to, and including, 2.1.1. This is due to the update_option lacking proper authentication checks. This makes it possible for any authenticated attacker to change (or delete) the plugin's settings.
How severe is CVE-2020-36720?: CVE-2020-36720 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-36720 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-36720?: CVE-2020-36720 affects Kaliforms Kali Forms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36720?: 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-2020-36720 published?: CVE-2020-36720 was published on 2023-06-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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