GeniXCMS Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in genix/cms
Summary
CVE-2017-14761: GeniXCMS Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability via id parameter. Affects genix/cms versions 1.1.4. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
GeniXCMS is a content management system that allows users to create and manage websites. It provides various features such as user management, page creation, and menu customization. The vulnerability in the genix/cms package allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via the id parameter in the menus.control.php file. This vulnerability can potentially lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and the execution of malicious code.
Vulnerability Detail
The GeniXCMS 1.1.4 version is affected by a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. The menus.control.php file does not properly sanitize user input in the id parameter, allowing an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the application. This can lead to the execution of arbitrary code in the context of the affected user's browser, potentially compromising sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.1, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can manually sanitize the id parameter in the menus.control.php file to prevent the execution of malicious scripts. This can be done by using appropriate input validation and sanitization techniques, such as HTML entity encoding or using a secure framework that automatically handles input sanitization.
Conclusion
The GeniXCMS package is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack via the id parameter in the menus.control.php file. This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and the execution of malicious code. It is crucial to update the package to the latest version that includes a fix for this vulnerability. Additionally, users can apply temporary workarounds and utilize tools like Vulert Playground to check if their application is affected. For further support, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject and execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected user's browser. It can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and the execution of malicious code.
At the time of this advisory, there is no known public exploit for this vulnerability. However, it is important to apply the necessary security updates to mitigate the risk.
No, only GeniXCMS version 1.1.4 is affected by this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version to ensure the security of your application.
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