CVE-2018-18062 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A vulnerability was found in dialog.php in tecrail Responsive FileManager version 9.8.1, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML codes remotely, resulting in a reflected XSS issue.

Understanding CVE-2018-18062

This CVE entry describes a reflected XSS vulnerability in tecrail Responsive FileManager version 9.8.1.

What is CVE-2018-18062?

CVE-2018-18062 is a security vulnerability found in dialog.php in tecrail Responsive FileManager version 9.8.1, enabling attackers to insert and execute arbitrary web script or HTML codes remotely, leading to a reflected XSS problem.

The Impact of CVE-2018-18062

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject malicious web scripts or HTML, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-18062

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An issue in dialog.php in tecrail Responsive FileManager 9.8.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML, leading to a reflected XSS vulnerability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 9.8.1 (affected)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by inserting and executing arbitrary web script or HTML codes remotely, causing a reflected XSS issue.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures to address CVE-2018-18062.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the affected tecrail Responsive FileManager version 9.8.1.
Implement input validation to prevent malicious script injection.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software to the latest secure versions.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the software vendor to fix the vulnerability.