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CVE-2024-42818: 
Python vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability was discovered in fastapi-admin pro v0.1.4, specifically affecting the Config-Create function. The vulnerability was disclosed on August 26, 2024, and allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML through the Product Name parameter (NVD, CVE).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as a Cross-site Scripting (CWE-79) issue. According to the CISA-ADP assessment, it has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N. The vulnerability specifically exists in the Config-Create function where input validation is insufficient for the Product Name parameter (NVD).

Impact

When successfully exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via crafted payloads. This can lead to the compromise of user sessions, theft of sensitive information, and potential manipulation of the web application's content (GitHub Issue).

Additional resources

Source: This report was generated using AI

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