CVE-2017-16567 Cross-site scripting in n/a
Remote attackers can inject persistent JavaScript into Logitech Media Server favorites, leading to session hijacking and data theft.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2017-16567?
CVE-2017-16567 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Nov 2017. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Logitech Media Server 7.9.0, affecting the "Favorites" feature. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject and permanently store malicious JavaScript payloads, which are executed when users access the affected functionality. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to Session Hijacking and Credential Theft, Execution of unauthorized actions on behalf of users, and Exfiltration of sensitive data. This vulnerability presents a potential risk for widespread exploitation in connected IoT environments.
Weakness: CWE-79
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-16567?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Logitech Media Server.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16567?
No fix has been published for CVE-2017-16567 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Escape output for the context it lands in and set a strict Content Security Policy. Upgrading the affected component is the real fix. More about Cross-site scripting.
Is CVE-2017-16567 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-16567 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry and 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-g6xh-vmjv-c9qj.