CVE-2022-4959 qkmc-rk redbbs Nickname cross site scripting
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary scripts via the Nickname Handler in qkmc-rk redbbs, 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-2022-4959?
CVE-2022-4959 is a low-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in qkmc-rk redbbs, published on 11 Jan 2024. 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 classified as problematic was found in qkmc-rk redbbs 1.0. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the component Nickname Handler. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-250237 was assigned to this vulnerability.
Weakness: CWE-79
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-4959?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Qkmc-Rk Redbbs.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4959?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-4959 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-2022-4959 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-4959 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in qkmc-rk redbbs
Sources
Also known as GHSA-58xg-74x4-7792.