CVE-2018-19813 : Security Advisory and Response

InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) is affected by a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that can be exploited through specific parameters. This CVE was published on December 17, 2018.

Understanding CVE-2018-19813

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) that allows for Cross Site Scripting attacks.

What is CVE-2018-19813?

CVE-2018-19813 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability present in InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029). The specific page vulnerable to this exploit is "/VPortal/mgtconsole/Subscribers.jsp" with potential exploitation through the ConnPoolName or GroupId parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19813

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of an unsuspecting user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19813

InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029) vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows for Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks through the ConnPoolName or GroupId parameter on the "/VPortal/mgtconsole/Subscribers.jsp" page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: InfoVista VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029)
Vendor: InfoVista
Version: 5.1 (build 51029)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts via the ConnPoolName or GroupId parameter on the vulnerable page.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2018-19813 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable page or parameters if possible.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection.
Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Stay informed about security updates and patches for the affected software.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by InfoVista to fix the XSS vulnerability in VistaPortal SE Version 5.1 (build 51029).