CVE-2020-25911 XML External Entity vulnerability in MODX CMS

Critical 9.1 Published Updated

An XML External Entity vulnerability in MODX CMS allows attackers to disclose information or cause denial of service.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2020-25911?

CVE-2020-25911 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 Oct 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was discovered in the modRestServiceRequest component in MODX CMS 2.7.3 which can lead to an information disclosure or denial of service (DOS).

Weakness: CWE-611

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-25911?

3 open source packages ship an affected version, including modx/revolution and modx. It affects 1 product.

PackageAffectedFixed in
modx/revolution PackagistAll versions2.8.0
modx/revolution PackagistAll versions2.8.0
modx BitnamiFrom 2.7.3 to 2.7.3None

Products include Modx Modx Revolution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-25911?

Upgrade modx/revolution to 2.8.0 or later.

Is CVE-2020-25911 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-25911 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as BIT-modx-2020-25911, GHSA-vhfp-9wvj-gwvg.

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