CVE-2017-6003 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability exists in dotCMS 3.7.0 that allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) exploitation through the ext/languages_manager/edit_language endpoint in the portal/layout, affecting the last two form fields.

Understanding CVE-2017-6003

This CVE-2017-6003 vulnerability was published on March 27, 2017, by MITRE.

What is CVE-2017-6003?

The vulnerability in dotCMS 3.7.0 enables attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks via specific form fields.

The Impact of CVE-2017-6003

The vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access and data manipulation through XSS attacks.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-6003

The technical aspects of this CVE are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

dotCMS 3.7.0 is susceptible to XSS via the ext/languages_manager/edit_language endpoint in the portal/layout.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: dotCMS 3.7.0
Vendor: Not applicable
Affected Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the last two form fields.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2017-6003 vulnerability:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable endpoint.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs.
Regularly monitor and audit for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security training for developers and administrators.
Keep software and systems updated with the latest security patches.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by dotCMS to fix the XSS vulnerability.