CVE-2022-1526 Emlog Pro POST Parameter cross site scripting

Low 3.5 Published Updated

An authenticated attacker can inject malicious scripts via POST parameters in Emlog Pro, potentially leading to session hijacking or code execution.

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-2022-1526?

CVE-2022-1526 is a low-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in Emlog Emlog, published on 29 Apr 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, which was classified as problematic, was found in Emlog Pro up to 1.2.2. This affects the POST parameter handling of articles. The manipulation with the input <script>alert(1);</script> leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely but it requires a signup and login by the attacker. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-79

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-1526?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Emlog Emlog.

How do I fix CVE-2022-1526?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-1526 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-2022-1526 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-1526 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-qj23-j7r8-wv79.

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