CVE-2018-20448 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-20448 affecting Frog CMS 0.9.5. Understand the XSS vulnerability through the Database name field and how to mitigate the risk with patches and security practices.
Frog CMS 0.9.5 is vulnerable to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack through the Database name field.
Understanding CVE-2018-20448
This CVE entry describes a specific vulnerability in Frog CMS 0.9.5 that allows for XSS attacks via the /install/index.php URI.
What is CVE-2018-20448?
The /install/index.php URI in Frog CMS 0.9.5 is susceptible to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack through the Database name field.
The Impact of CVE-2018-20448
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-20448
Frog CMS 0.9.5 is affected by the following:
Vulnerability Description
The /install/index.php URI in Frog CMS 0.9.5 is vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks through the Database name field.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Frog CMS
- Version: 0.9.5
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the Database name field of the /install/index.php URI.
Mitigation and Prevention
It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-20448:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable URI (/install/index.php).
- Implement input validation and sanitization to prevent XSS attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch Frog CMS to the latest secure version.
- Educate users and developers on secure coding practices to mitigate XSS vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by the Frog CMS project to fix the XSS vulnerability.