CVE-2024-12001 code-projects Wazifa System Setting updatesettings.php cross site scripting

Medium 5.3 Published 30 Nov 2024 Updated 2 Dec 2024

Remote attackers can inject malicious scripts via the firstname parameter in the settings update handler, potentially compromising user sessions.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2024-12001?

CVE-2024-12001 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in code-projects Wazifa System, published on 30 Nov 2024. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in code-projects Wazifa System 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /controllers/updatesettings.php of the component Setting Handler. The manipulation of the argument firstname 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. Other parameters might be affected as well.

Weakness: CWE-94, CWE-79

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-12001?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Anisha Wazifa System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12001?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-12001 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-2024-12001 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-12001 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g27g-gqrw-wx85.