GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r Silverstripe framework is vulnerable to XSS in install.php
An attacker can inject malicious scripts via unescaped parameters in the Silverstripe installation form, potentially compromising the site.
- 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
- Available
What is GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r?
GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in silverstripe/framework, published on 23 May 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
During installation, certain parameters (admin_username and admin_password) are not escaped in the setup form.
This issue is resolved in 3.1.14 stable, although existing users are advised to remove this file prior to deploying to a production server.
Which versions are affected by GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including silverstripe/framework.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
silverstripe/framework Packagist | From 3.1.0 | 3.1.14 |
silverstripe/framework Packagist | From 3.1.0 | 3.1.14 |
How do I fix GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r?
Upgrade silverstripe/framework to 3.1.14 or later.
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 GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-mqf5-275h-gf6r in the wild and no public exploit code.