Learn about CVE-2018-20165, a cross-site scripting vulnerability in OpenText Portal 7.4.4 allowing remote attackers to inject harmful web scripts. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
An instance of cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been found in OpenText Portal 7.4.4, allowing remote attackers to inject harmful web script or HTML code using the vgnextoid parameter.
Understanding CVE-2018-20165
This CVE involves a cross-site scripting vulnerability in OpenText Portal 7.4.4, posing a risk of injecting malicious web scripts.
What is CVE-2018-20165?
This CVE identifies a security flaw in OpenText Portal 7.4.4 that permits attackers to insert potentially harmful web script or HTML code through the vgnextoid parameter in a menuitem URI.
The Impact of CVE-2018-20165
The vulnerability enables remote attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and other malicious activities.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-20165
This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in OpenText Portal 7.4.4 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the vgnextoid parameter in a menuitem URI.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the vgnextoid parameter in a menuitem URI to inject malicious web script or HTML code.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address the CVE.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates