CVE-2018-17300 : What You Need to Know
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-17300, a Stored XSS vulnerability in CuppaCMS allowing malicious script execution. Learn about affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability known as Stored XSS was discovered in CuppaCMS prior to 2018-09-03. This vulnerability can be exploited through the administrator interface by accessing the "/#/component/table_manager/view/cu_menus" section.
Understanding CVE-2018-17300
Stored XSS vulnerability in CuppaCMS
What is CVE-2018-17300?
Stored XSS exists in CuppaCMS through 2018-09-03 via an administrator/#/component/table_manager/view/cu_menus section name.
The Impact of CVE-2018-17300
- Allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of an administrator
- Can lead to unauthorized actions or data theft
Technical Details of CVE-2018-17300
Stored XSS vulnerability in CuppaCMS
Vulnerability Description
- Type: Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- Exploitable through the administrator interface
Affected Systems and Versions
- CuppaCMS versions prior to 2018-09-03
Exploitation Mechanism
- Accessing the "/#/component/table_manager/view/cu_menus" section
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update CuppaCMS to the latest version
- Implement input validation and output encoding
- Monitor and restrict access to sensitive areas
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Employee training on secure coding practices
- Implement a web application firewall
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly
- Stay informed about security best practices and updates