Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IPCalc Package
Summary
DEBIAN-CVE-2006-3848: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in CGI wrapper for IP Calculator (IPCalc) 0.40 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the URI (REQUEST_URI environment variable), which is used in the... Affects ipcalc versions < 0.41-1. Fixed in 0.41-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
IPCalc is a tool used for calculating IP addresses and subnets. It is widely utilized in network management and configuration tasks. The package provides a CGI wrapper that allows users to interact with it via a web interface. However, it has been found to be vulnerable to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack, which can compromise the security of web applications using this tool.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as DEBIAN-CVE-2006-3848 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) flaw in the CGI wrapper for IPCalc version 0.40. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into the application through the URI, specifically via the REQUEST_URI environment variable. The implications of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or manipulation of user sessions, making it critical for users to address it promptly.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
0.41-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade ipcalcTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can restrict access to the IPCalc CGI wrapper by implementing proper web server configurations or using firewall rules to limit access to trusted IP addresses only. This can help mitigate the risk of exploitation until the package is updated.
Conclusion
The Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in IPCalc poses a significant risk to users relying on this package for network management. It is essential to update to the latest version to mitigate potential threats. Users should also consider implementing workarounds to enhance security until the update can be applied.
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FAQ
IPCalc is a network utility that helps in calculating IP addresses and subnets, providing a web interface for ease of use.
The XSS vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking.
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If an immediate update is not possible, consider implementing access restrictions to the IPCalc CGI wrapper as a temporary measure.
Detailed information about the vulnerability can be found in the Debian CVE database at https://storage.googleapis.com/debian-osv/debian-cve-osv/DEBIAN-CVE-2006-3848.json.
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