CVE-2018-16772 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Hoosk v1.7.0 software version contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to execute XSS attacks by manipulating the Navigation Title field on the "admin/pages/new" page.

Understanding CVE-2018-16772

This CVE entry discloses a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Hoosk v1.7.0, enabling malicious actors to perform XSS attacks through specific user input.

What is CVE-2018-16772?

The vulnerability in Hoosk v1.7.0 permits attackers to execute XSS attacks by altering the Navigation Title field on the "admin/pages/new" page, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2018-16772

The exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, data manipulation, and potentially complete system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16772

Hoosk v1.7.0 vulnerability details and its implications.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Hoosk v1.7.0 allows for XSS attacks via the Navigation Title field when creating a new page in the admin interface.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: Hoosk v1.7.0
Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by inserting malicious scripts into the Navigation Title field on the "admin/pages/new" page, which, when executed, can compromise the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-16772 and enhancing overall security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected feature or input fields related to the Navigation Title in the admin interface.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection.
Regularly monitor and audit user-generated content for malicious scripts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches and updates.

Patching and Updates

Check for patches or updates provided by the software vendor to address the XSS vulnerability in Hoosk v1.7.0.