CVE-2023-1117: Pimcore vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting in image/video thumbnail config

pimcore/pimcore Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

01/03/2023
Yes i
Moderate
5.4

CVE-2023-1117: Pimcore vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting in image/video thumbnail config. Affects pimcore/pimcore versions < 10.5.18. Fixed in 10.5.18. How to fix ↓

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Background

Pimcore is an open-source content management system (CMS) and product information management (PIM) platform. It is widely used for creating and managing digital experiences, including websites, mobile apps, and e-commerce platforms. Pimcore allows users to configure image and video thumbnails for various purposes. However, a vulnerability in the thumbnail configuration feature allows an attacker to exploit cross-site scripting (XSS) and inject malicious scripts into the system.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in Pimcore's image/video thumbnail config feature enables an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the system. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can send a crafted script to any user through the thumbnail configuration. When the user views the affected thumbnail, the malicious script executes in their browser, potentially leading to various security risks. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.4 (Moderate severity).

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

10.5.18

This is the first release that contains the fix.

composer require pimcore/pimcore:10.5.18

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Workaround

If you are unable to immediately update or apply the patch, you can manually apply the patch by following the instructions in the patch file available at: Patch File.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Pimcore is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the image/video thumbnail config feature. This vulnerability can be mitigated by updating to version 10.5.18 or applying the provided patch. If you have any further questions or need assistance with vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

Pimcore is an open-source content management system (CMS) and product information management (PIM) platform used for creating and managing digital experiences.

This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the system, potentially leading to various security risks.

You can fix this vulnerability by updating Pimcore to version 10.5.18 or manually applying the provided patch.

Yes, if you are unable to immediately update or apply the patch, you can manually apply the patch by following the instructions in the provided patch file.

You can find more information about this vulnerability in the official Pimcore security advisory: https://huntr.dev/bounties/e8c0044d-a31b-4347-b2d5-59fbf492da39/

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How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

10.5.18

This is the first release that contains the fix.

composer require pimcore/pimcore:10.5.18

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