PatchTheCVECVE-2020-13996: The J2Store plugin before 3.3.13 for Joomla! allows a SQL injection attack by a trusted store manager.
CVE-2020-13996 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting j2store. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The J2Store plugin before 3.3.13 for Joomla! allows a SQL injection attack by a trusted store manager.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 29%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2020-06-09 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-13996?
j2store: upgrade to 3.3.13. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-13996 being exploited?
CVE-2020-13996 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-13996 affect?
CVE-2020-13996 affects j2store. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The J2Store plugin before 3.3.13 for Joomla! allows a SQL injection attack by a trusted store manager.
How urgent is CVE-2020-13996?
Priority 49/100. High severity