CVE-2018-0672 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A security flaw in versions of Movable Type prior to Ver. 6.3.1 exposes a vulnerability to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML code.

Understanding CVE-2018-0672

This CVE involves a cross-site scripting vulnerability in Movable Type versions prior to Ver. 6.3.1.

What is CVE-2018-0672?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Movable Type versions prior to Ver. 6.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

The Impact of CVE-2018-0672

Attackers from remote locations can inject malicious web script or HTML code

Technical Details of CVE-2018-0672

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Movable Type versions prior to Ver. 6.3.1 allows for cross-site scripting attacks, enabling the injection of malicious scripts or HTML code.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Movable Type
Vendor: Six Apart, Ltd.
Versions affected: versions prior to Ver. 6.3.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit unspecified vectors to inject malicious web script or HTML code

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-0672 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Movable Type to Ver. 6.3.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability
Implement input validation to prevent XSS attacks

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches
Conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Six Apart, Ltd.