CVE-2024-36453: 
Webmin vulnerability analysis and mitigation

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in session_login.cgi of Webmin versions prior to 1.970 and Usermin versions prior to 1.820. The vulnerability was disclosed on July 10, 2024, affecting the authentication component of these web-based system administration tools (JVN Report, Security Online).

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.0 Base Score of 6.1 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N), indicating a moderate severity level. The vulnerability exists in the session_login.cgi component and allows for cross-site scripting attacks when a user accesses the website using the affected product (JVN Report).

If successfully exploited, an arbitrary script may be executed on the web browser of the user who accessed the website using the product. This could result in webpage alterations or the disclosure of sensitive information such as credentials (JVN Report).

Users are advised to update their software to the latest versions. Webmin should be updated to version 1.970 or later, and Usermin should be updated to version 1.820 or later to address this vulnerability (JVN Report).