CVE-2018-25038 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-25038, a vulnerability in Thomson TCW710 ST5D.10.05 allowing remote cross-site scripting attacks. Learn mitigation steps here.
A security issue was discovered in the Thomson TCW710 ST5D.10.05 system, allowing for cross-site scripting attacks.
Understanding CVE-2018-25038
This CVE involves a vulnerability in the Thomson TCW710 ST5D.10.05 system that enables remote attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks.
What is CVE-2018-25038?
The CVE-2018-25038 vulnerability in the Thomson TCW710 ST5D.10.05 system allows attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks by manipulating specific input arguments.
The Impact of CVE-2018-25038
- CVSS Base Score: 3.5 (Low)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Integrity Impact: Low
- Confidentiality Impact: None
- Availability Impact: None
Technical Details of CVE-2018-25038
This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE-2018-25038 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks by maliciously altering the input argument PppUserName within a POST Request.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: Thomson TCW710
- Affected Version: ST5D.10.05
Exploitation Mechanism
By manipulating the input argument PppUserName to execute cross-site scripting (Persistent) attacks remotely.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2018-25038 with these mitigation strategies.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Regularly monitor and update security patches
- Implement input validation to prevent malicious input
- Educate users on safe browsing practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing
- Keep systems and software up to date
Patching and Updates
- Apply vendor-supplied patches promptly to address the vulnerability