CVE-2023-3565: TeamPass Cross-site Scripting vulnerability
Summary
CVE-2023-3565: TeamPass Cross-site Scripting vulnerability. Affects nilsteampassnet/teampass versions < 3.0.10. Fixed in 3.0.10. How to fix ↓
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Background
TeamPass is an open-source password manager that allows teams to securely store and share passwords. It is available on Packagist and is commonly used for managing sensitive information within organizations. However, a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been discovered in versions prior to 3.0.10.
Vulnerability Detail
The Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in TeamPass allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. This can lead to various security risks, such as unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, or the execution of arbitrary code. The vulnerability originates from inadequate input sanitization and validation in the affected versions of TeamPass.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
3.0.10
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
If upgrading to the latest version is not immediately feasible, a temporary workaround is to implement input sanitization and validation measures within the application code. This can involve using security libraries or frameworks that provide built-in protection against XSS attacks. Here is an example of input sanitization using PHP and the htmlspecialchars function:
$input = $_POST['input'];
$sanitizedInput = htmlspecialchars($input, ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8');
This code snippet ensures that any user input is properly encoded and prevents the execution of malicious scripts.
Conclusion
The Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in TeamPass prior to version 3.0.10 poses a security risk that can lead to unauthorized access and the execution of malicious code. It is crucial to upgrade to the latest version or implement appropriate input sanitization measures to mitigate the vulnerability. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts on web pages viewed by other users. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, or 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 address the issue promptly to prevent potential exploitation.
No, only versions prior to 3.0.10 are affected by this specific vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version to ensure the security of your TeamPass installation.
Yes, this vulnerability can be exploited remotely. An attacker can inject malicious scripts into web pages that are viewed by other users, regardless of their location.
Yes, the CVSS score for this vulnerability is 5.4, indicating a moderate severity level. It is important to address the issue promptly to mitigate potential risks.
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