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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-38970
CVE-2023-38970:
PHP vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability was discovered in Badaso versions 0.0.1 through 2.9.7. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted payload to the Name of member parameter in the add new member function (NVD, GitHub Advisory).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a stored XSS vulnerability with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.4 (Medium), and vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N. The issue affects the member management functionality, specifically in the Name of member parameter when adding or editing members (NVD).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability allows malicious scripts to be executed by a user's browser, potentially leading to the compromise of user data and interactions with the website. The impact can include theft of sensitive information, session hijacking, and website defacement (Hashnode Blog).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to upgrade to a version newer than 2.9.7 to address this vulnerability (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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