CVE-2024-42769 Cross-site scripting in n/a

Medium 6.1 Published 22 Aug 2024 Updated 22 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via reflected XSS in the signup form of the Hotel Management System.

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

What is CVE-2024-42769?

CVE-2024-42769 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Aug 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

A Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability was found in "/core/signup_user.php " of Kashipara Hotel Management System v1.0, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via "user_fname" and "user_lname" parameters.

Weakness: CWE-79

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-42769?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Jayesh Hotel Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2024-42769?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-42769 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-2024-42769 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-42769 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mpg7-9mg3-3974.