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CVE-2020-37072

Victor CMS Project Victor CMS remote code execution

7.2 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.28%
  1. Published3 Feb 2026

Description

Victor CMS 1.0 contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the 'comment_author' POST parameter that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts. Attackers can submit crafted JavaScript payloads through the comment submission form to execute arbitrary code in victim browsers.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Affected products

Victor CMS Project Victor CMS1.0

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2020-37072 being actively exploited?

CVE-2020-37072 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.28%.

How severe is CVE-2020-37072?

CVE-2020-37072 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2020-37072?

Affected products include Victor CMS Project Victor CMS.

How do I fix CVE-2020-37072?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.