Learn about CVE-2018-19770, a Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) that could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts on user browsers.
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) allows for potential exploitation through the ConnPoolName parameter.
Understanding CVE-2018-19770
The presence of a Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in the InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) platform has been identified.
What is CVE-2018-19770?
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability typically found in web applications where attackers inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
The Impact of CVE-2018-19770
This vulnerability in InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to various attacks such as session hijacking, defacement, or data theft.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-19770
The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-19770 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The "Users.jsp" page within the InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) platform contains a reflected Cross Site Scripting vulnerability that can be exploited through the ConnPoolName parameter.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts through the ConnPoolName parameter on the "Users.jsp" page.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-19770 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates