iPlanet Web Server - XSS (CVE-2020-9314)

CVE-2020-9314 is a vulnerability in Oracle iPlanet Web Server 7.0.x that allows attackers to inject images into the Administration console via the productNameSrc parameter, due to an incomplete fix for a previous issue. This cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw could be exploited by authenticated users to manipulate the admin interface, potentially leading to information disclosure or further attacks within the administrative context.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 11th of February 2026.

Insights from the CrowdSec network reveal that the attackers trying to exploit CVE-2020-9314 are composed of a fairly even mix of opportunistic and targeted actors. Some attackers employ preliminary reconnaissance, while others use indiscriminate scanning. Telemetry from the CrowdSec network also shows that exploitation activity for CVE-2020-9314 remains steady week-over-week. Attack volumes are consistent with long-term trends, indicating sustained interest from threat actors. CVE-2020-9314 continues to be an active part of the threat landscape and will likely remain this way for the forseeable future.

Attackers exploit the productNameSrc parameter in requests to /admingui/version/Version and /admingui/version/Masthead.jsp to inject external images into the Oracle iPlanet Web Server administration console.