CVE-2018-18744 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability was found in SEMCMS 3.4 through the fifth text input field on the admin/SEMCMS_Main.php URL.

Understanding CVE-2018-18744

An XSS issue affecting SEMCMS 3.4 via the fifth text box on the admin/SEMCMS_Main.php URI.

What is CVE-2018-18744?

This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting vulnerability in SEMCMS 3.4 through a specific text input field.

The Impact of CVE-2018-18744

Attackers can inject malicious scripts into the vulnerable field, leading to potential data theft or unauthorized actions on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-18744

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of an unsuspecting user's session on SEMCMS 3.4.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SEMCMS 3.4
Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

Exploitation involves injecting malicious scripts into the fifth text input field on the admin/SEMCMS_Main.php URL.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection.
Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by SEMCMS to address the XSS vulnerability.