CVE-2017-8762: GeniXCMS Cross-site Scripting (XSS)

genix/cms Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

17/05/2022

Disclosed on

CVE-2017-8762

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

Moderate

Severity

5.4

CVSS Score

CVE-2017-8762: GeniXCMS Cross-site Scripting (XSS). Affects genix/cms versions < 1.1.1. Fixed in 1.1.1. How to fix ↓

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Background

GeniXCMS is a content management system that allows users to create and manage web pages. It is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack in version 1.0.2. This vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user who submits a page with a crafted oncut attribute in a B element.

Vulnerability Detail

The XSS vulnerability in GeniXCMS 1.0.2 allows an attacker to inject malicious code into web pages, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the victim's browser, compromising the confidentiality and integrity of the affected system.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

1.1.1

This is the first release that contains the fix.

composer require genix/cms:1.1.1

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to update to the latest version of GeniXCMS to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Conclusion

The XSS vulnerability in GeniXCMS 1.0.2 can be exploited by an authenticated user to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim's browser. To mitigate this risk, it is crucial to update to the latest version of GeniXCMS (1.1.1 or later). For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.

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