Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in mailman web UI
Summary
DLA-1272-1: mailman - security update. Affects mailman versions < 1:2.1.15-1+deb7u3. Fixed in 1:2.1.15-1+deb7u3. How to fix ↓
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Background
Mailman is a popular open-source software package used for managing electronic mailing lists. It provides a web-based interface for list administration, allowing users to manage their subscriptions, configure list settings, and perform other administrative tasks. The vulnerability in the mailman web UI before version 2.1.26 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a user-options URL.
Vulnerability Detail
The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the mailman web UI allows attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML code into the user-options URL. This can lead to various security issues, such as stealing sensitive user information, performing unauthorized actions on behalf of the user, or redirecting users to malicious websites. The vulnerability affects versions of mailman prior to 2.1.26.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1:2.1.15-1+deb7u3
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade mailmanTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the mailman web UI can have serious security implications, allowing attackers to inject malicious code and potentially compromise user information. It is crucial to upgrade to the fixed version of the mailman package to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML, which can lead to various security issues such as information theft or unauthorized actions.
You can use the Vulert Playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your mailman installation is affected by this vulnerability. Simply upload your package-lock.json file and the tool will analyze it for vulnerabilities.
There are no known exploits for this vulnerability at the moment. However, it is important to apply the recommended fix to prevent any potential exploitation.
Yes, this vulnerability can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted user-options URL to the mailman web UI.
There is no specific workaround available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to the fixed version of the mailman package.
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