PatchTheCVECVE-2020-23014: APfell 1.4 is vulnerable to authenticated reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) in /apiui/command_ through the
CVE-2020-23014 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting apfell. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
APfell 1.4 is vulnerable to authenticated reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) in /apiui/command_ through the payloadtypes_callback function, which allows an attacker to steal remote admin/user session and/or adding new users to the administration panel.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 46%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-79 |
| Published | 2021-01-26 |
| 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-2020-23014?
apfell: upgrade to newer than 1.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-23014 being exploited?
CVE-2020-23014 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-2020-23014 affect?
CVE-2020-23014 affects apfell. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). APfell 1.4 is vulnerable to authenticated reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) in /apiui/command_ through the payloadtypes_callback function, which allows an attacker to steal remote admin/user session and/or adding new users to the adminis
How urgent is CVE-2020-23014?
Priority 37/100. Public exploit reference