CVE-2023-40312: OpenNMS vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting
Summary
CVE-2023-40312: OpenNMS vulnerable to Cross-site Scripting. Affects org.opennms:opennms-webapp versions >= 31.0.8, < 32.0.2. Fixed in 32.0.2. How to fix ↓
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Background
OpenNMS is an open-source network management platform that provides network monitoring and management capabilities. It is designed for installation within an organization's private networks and should not be directly accessible from the Internet. The vulnerable component in OpenNMS is the 'opennms-webapp' package.
Vulnerability Detail
Multiple reflected XSS vulnerabilities have been discovered in OpenNMS Horizon 31.0.8 and earlier versions up to 32.0.2. These vulnerabilities exist in various JSP files that contain unsanitized parameters, which can be manipulated by an attacker to inject malicious XSS payloads. The impact of these vulnerabilities can range from unauthorized access to sensitive information to the execution of arbitrary code in the context of the victim's browser.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
32.0.2
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the recommended fixes by upgrading to the patched versions of OpenNMS.
Conclusion
OpenNMS Horizon versions 31.0.8 and earlier up to 32.0.2 are vulnerable to multiple reflected XSS vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities can be exploited by attackers to inject malicious scripts and potentially gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code in the victim's browser. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to upgrade to the recommended patched versions of OpenNMS. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
OpenNMS is an open-source network management platform that provides network monitoring and management capabilities.
A reflected XSS vulnerability occurs when user-supplied data is not properly sanitized and is directly included in the output of a web application. This allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts that are executed in the victim's browser.
The consequences of this vulnerability can vary depending on the attacker's intentions. Possible impacts include unauthorized access to sensitive information, manipulation of user sessions, and the execution of arbitrary code in the victim's browser.
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to upgrade to the recommended patched versions of OpenNMS. Additionally, following security best practices such as input validation and output encoding can help prevent XSS vulnerabilities.
Unfortunately, there is no known temporary measure or workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the recommended fixes by upgrading to the patched versions of OpenNMS.
References
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