CVE-2018-16808 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been found in Dolibarr up to version 7.0.0. The expense reports plugin in Dolibarr is affected by a Stored XSS vulnerability, which can be exploited through the "comments" parameter or a public/private note.

Understanding CVE-2018-16808

This CVE involves a Stored XSS vulnerability in Dolibarr's expense reports plugin.

What is CVE-2018-16808?

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session on the affected system.

The Impact of CVE-2018-16808

Attackers can potentially steal sensitive information such as login credentials or session tokens.
Malicious actors can manipulate or delete data within the Dolibarr application.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16808

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An issue was discovered in Dolibarr through 7.0.0. There is Stored XSS in expensereport/card.php in the expense reports plugin via the comments parameter, or a public or private note.

Affected Systems and Versions

Dolibarr up to version 7.0.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited through the "comments" parameter or a public/private note in the Dolibarr expense reports plugin.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-16808 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Dolibarr to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.
Regularly monitor and review system logs for any unusual activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement a web application firewall to filter and monitor HTTP traffic.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe browsing practices and the importance of reporting any suspicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates promptly to ensure the system is protected against known vulnerabilities.