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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-22493
CVE-2024-22493:
Java vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in JFinalcms version 5.0.0, tracked as CVE-2024-22493. The vulnerability was discovered in January 2024 and affects the /gusetbook/save content parameter, which allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML (NVD, MITRE).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a CWE-79 (Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation) issue. It has been assigned 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. The vulnerability specifically exists in the content field of the /guestbook/save component, which fails to properly encode or filter user input (NVD).
Impact
When successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to inject and execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code in the context of other users' browsers. The impact is particularly significant when an administrator accesses the /admin/guestbook section, as they could be subjected to malicious script execution (GitHub POC).
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Source: This report was generated using AI
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