CVE-2013-1844: Piwik (Matomo) Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability
Summary
CVE-2013-1844: Piwik (now Matomo) Vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). Affects matomo/matomo versions < 1.11. Fixed in 1.11. How to fix ↓
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Background
Piwik, now known as Matomo, is an open-source web analytics platform that allows users to track and analyze their website traffic. It provides features such as real-time data reporting, customizable dashboards, and user privacy protection. However, prior to version 1.11, Piwik was vulnerable to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack, which could allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users.
Vulnerability Detail
The Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Piwik before version 1.11 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into web pages. This vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation, enabling attackers to exploit the application by crafting malicious URLs or payloads. If successfully executed, this could lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of users, data theft, or session hijacking.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.11
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, ensure that user input is properly sanitized and validated before being rendered on web pages. This can help mitigate the risk of XSS attacks until the package is updated.
Conclusion
The XSS vulnerability in Piwik (Matomo) prior to version 1.11 poses significant risks to users and their data. It is crucial to update to the latest version to mitigate these risks and ensure the security of your web analytics platform.
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FAQ
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
If you are using a version of Piwik prior to 1.11, your installation is vulnerable to this XSS attack.
Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to steal user data, hijack sessions, or perform unauthorized actions on behalf of users.
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