CVE-2018-19188 : Security Advisory and Response

Amazon PAYFORT payfort-php-SDK payment gateway SDK is vulnerable to XSS attacks through the fort_id parameter in the success.php file until April 26, 2018.

Understanding CVE-2018-19188

This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the payfort-php-SDK payment gateway SDK provided by Amazon PAYFORT.

What is CVE-2018-19188?

The vulnerability in the payfort-php-SDK SDK allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19188

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, session hijacking, and potential manipulation of user data.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19188

The technical aspects of this CVE are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability in the payfort-php-SDK SDK is specifically present in the success.php file due to the fort_id parameter.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Versions affected: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts through the fort_id parameter in the success.php file, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code in the user's browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-19188, consider the following mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected parameter or sanitize user inputs to prevent script injection.
Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities in the future.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential security flaws.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by Amazon PAYFORT to address the XSS vulnerability in the payfort-php-SDK SDK.