CVE-2018-13796: Vulnerability in mailman allows arbitrary text display on trusted site
Summary
CVE-2018-13796: Moderate severity vulnerability that affects mailman. Affects mailman versions < 2.1.28. Fixed in 2.1.28. How to fix ↓
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Background
Mailman is an open-source software package that manages electronic mailing lists. It provides a web-based interface for list administration and allows users to subscribe, unsubscribe, and interact with mailing lists. This vulnerability affects versions of Mailman prior to 2.1.28.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2018-13796) in Mailman allows an attacker to display arbitrary text on a web page from a trusted site. This can be exploited by crafting a malicious URL that tricks the web application into displaying the attacker's text. The impact of this vulnerability can vary depending on the context in which it is exploited, but it could potentially lead to the display of misleading or harmful information on trusted websites.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2.1.28
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "mailman==2.1.28"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is necessary to upgrade to the fixed version of Mailman to mitigate the risk.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the vulnerability in Mailman (CVE-2018-13796) allows an attacker to display arbitrary text on a trusted website. To mitigate this risk, it is important to upgrade to Mailman version 2.1.28 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Mailman is an open-source software package that manages electronic mailing lists.
The vulnerability allows an attacker to display arbitrary text on a web page from a trusted site, which could lead to the display of misleading or harmful information.
To fix this vulnerability, you should upgrade to Mailman version 2.1.28 or later.
No, there is no known workaround. Upgrading to the fixed version is the recommended solution.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the CVE-2018-13796 advisory.
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