CVE-2020-37154

CVE-2020-37154 is a high-severity vulnerability 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-89.

Key facts

Description

eLection 2.0 contains an authenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the candidate management endpoint that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through the 'id' parameter. Attackers can leverage SQLMap to exploit the vulnerability, potentially gaining remote code execution by uploading backdoor files to the web application directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-37154?
eLection 2.0 contains an authenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the candidate management endpoint that allows attackers to manipulate database queries through the 'id' parameter. Attackers can leverage SQLMap to exploit the vulnerability, potentially gaining remote code execution by uploading backdoor files to the web application directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-37154?
CVE-2020-37154 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-2020-37154 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-37154?
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.
Does CVE-2020-37154 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2020-37154 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2020-31109.
When was CVE-2020-37154 published?
CVE-2020-37154 was published on 2026-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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