CVE-2018-10563 : Security Advisory and Response

Flexense SyncBreeze, specifically SyncBreeze Enterprise versions 10.1 to 10.7, is vulnerable to an XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) attack.

Understanding CVE-2018-10563

This CVE identifies an XSS vulnerability in Flexense SyncBreeze, affecting multiple versions.

What is CVE-2018-10563?

CVE-2018-10563 is an XSS vulnerability found in Flexense SyncBreeze, particularly impacting SyncBreeze Enterprise versions 10.1 to 10.7.

The Impact of CVE-2018-10563

The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-10563

Flexense SyncBreeze XSS vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

All versions of Flexense SyncBreeze, specifically SyncBreeze Enterprise from v10.1 to v10.7, are susceptible to an XSS vulnerability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Flexense SyncBreeze
Vendor: Flexense
Versions Affected: SyncBreeze Enterprise v10.1 to v10.7

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users of the affected versions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-10563.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Flexense SyncBreeze to the latest version to patch the XSS vulnerability.
Implement web application firewalls to filter and block malicious traffic.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding suspicious links or content.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web applications for vulnerabilities.
Conduct security training for developers to promote secure coding practices.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Flexense for SyncBreeze to address vulnerabilities.