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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-33797
CVE-2023-33797:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability was discovered in Netbox version 3.5.1, specifically in the Create Sites (/dcim/sites/) function. The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name field (NVD, AttackerKB). The vulnerability was disclosed on May 24, 2023.
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a stored XSS issue with a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 5.4 (Medium), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N. This indicates that the vulnerability requires network access, low attack complexity, low privileges, and user interaction. The scope is changed, with low impact on confidentiality and integrity, and no impact on availability (NVD).
Impact
When successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML in the context of the victim's browser. This can lead to the compromise of the user's session, potentially allowing attackers to perform actions with the victim's privileges and access sensitive information (GitHub Issue).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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