CVE-2017-20116 TrueConf Server Reflected cross site scripting

Low 3.5 Published Updated

An attacker can inject malicious scripts into the TrueConf Server admin interface via the checked_group_id parameter, potentially compromising user sessions.

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-2017-20116?

CVE-2017-20116 is a low-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in TrueConf Server, published on 29 Jun 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in TrueConf Server 4.3.7. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is an unknown function of the file /admin/group/list/. The manipulation of the argument checked_group_id leads to basic cross site scripting (Reflected). It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-79, CWE-80

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-20116?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Trueconf Server.

How do I fix CVE-2017-20116?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-20116 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-2017-20116 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2017-20116 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pp22-gvh9-5p2m.

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