CVE-2018-19844 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

FROG CMS 0.9.5 is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack through the name parameter in the admin section. This vulnerability is similar to CVE-2018-10319.

Understanding CVE-2018-19844

FROG CMS 0.9.5 XSS Vulnerability

What is CVE-2018-19844?

This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FROG CMS 0.9.5, specifically in the admin section when handling the name parameter in the admin/?/snippet/add URL.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19844

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of an admin user, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19844

Details of the vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability arises from improper handling of the name parameter during an edit action in the admin section of FROG CMS 0.9.5.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: FROG CMS
Version: 0.9.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the name parameter of the admin/?/snippet/add URL, triggering the XSS attack.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-19844

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected admin functionality if not essential for operations.
Implement input validation and output encoding to mitigate XSS risks.
Regularly monitor and audit admin activities for suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep FROG CMS updated with the latest security patches and versions.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and the risks of XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by FROG CMS to address the XSS vulnerability.