CVE-2024-1018 PbootCMS cross site scripting

Low 2.4 Published 29 Jan 2024 Updated 12 Nov 2024

Attackers can inject malicious scripts via the name argument in PbootCMS admin area, potentially leading to session hijacking or code execution.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2024-1018?

CVE-2024-1018 is a low-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in PbootCMS, published on 29 Jan 2024. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in PbootCMS 3.2.5-20230421. Affected is an unknown function of the file /admin.php?p=/Area/index#tab=t2. The manipulation of the argument name leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-252288.

Weakness: CWE-79

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-1018?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Pbootcms Pbootcms.

How do I fix CVE-2024-1018?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-1018 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-2024-1018 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2024-1018 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6m95-c675-56r5.