CVE-2017-6808 : Security Advisory and Response

The version 4.0.8 of paintballrefjosh/MaNGOSWebV4 is vulnerable to a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attack in the admin.faq.php file.

Understanding CVE-2017-6808

This CVE identifies a reflected XSS vulnerability in paintballrefjosh/MaNGOSWebV4 version 4.0.8.

What is CVE-2017-6808?

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in a victim's browser by tricking them into clicking a specially crafted link.

The Impact of CVE-2017-6808

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, cookie theft, or performing actions on behalf of the user without their consent.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-6808

The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in the "id" parameter of the admin.faq.php file within the inc/admin/template_files directory of paintballrefjosh/MaNGOSWebV4 version 4.0.8.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: 4.0.8
Systems: paintballrefjosh/MaNGOSWebV4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a malicious link containing the XSS payload and tricking a user with the vulnerable version into clicking it.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-6808 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected functionality if possible until a patch is available.
Regularly monitor for any unusual activities on the system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent XSS attacks.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on unknown or suspicious links.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor to fix the vulnerability and enhance system security.