Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities in Graphite-web: CVE-2013-5943
Summary
CVE-2013-5943: Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Graphite before 0.9.11 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors. Affects graphite-web versions < 0.9.12+debian-1. Fixed in 0.9.12+debian-1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Graphite is an open-source monitoring tool that allows users to collect, store, and visualize time-series data. The Graphite-web component provides a web interface for users to interact with the data. It is widely used for performance monitoring and analytics in various applications. However, prior to version 0.9.11, Graphite-web was found to have multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users.
Vulnerability Detail
CVE-2013-5943 identifies multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Graphite before version 0.9.11. These vulnerabilities allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into the application via unspecified vectors. The potential ramifications include unauthorized access to user sessions, data theft, and the ability to perform actions on behalf of users without their consent. This vulnerability is particularly concerning as it can affect any user accessing the compromised web interface.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
0.9.12+debian-1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade graphite-webTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
If an immediate upgrade is not possible, consider implementing input validation and sanitization measures on user inputs to mitigate the risk of XSS attacks. Additionally, ensure that Content Security Policy (CSP) headers are configured to restrict the execution of scripts from untrusted sources.
Conclusion
CVE-2013-5943 highlights significant cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in Graphite-web prior to version 0.9.11. Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade to the latest version to protect against potential attacks. In the meantime, implementing workarounds can help mitigate risks until an upgrade can be performed.
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FAQ
CVE-2013-5943 is a designation for a set of cross-site scripting vulnerabilities found in Graphite-web before version 0.9.11.
You can check if your application is affected by using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner, which allows you to monitor for open-source vulnerabilities without requiring installation.
The risks include unauthorized access to user sessions, data theft, and the potential for attackers to perform actions on behalf of users.
Yes, implementing input validation and sanitization, as well as configuring Content Security Policy headers, can help mitigate the risks.
If an immediate upgrade is not feasible, focus on applying security best practices such as input validation and monitoring for suspicious activity.
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