CVE-2018-6193 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Routers2 version 2.24 has exposed a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) risk through the 'rtr' GET parameter in the page=graph action.

Understanding CVE-2018-6193

What is CVE-2018-6193?

This CVE identifies a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Routers2 version 2.24, specifically impacting the 'rtr' GET parameter when using the page=graph action in the cgi-bin/routers2.pl page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6193

The 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-2018-6193

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Routers2 version 2.24 enables attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts via the 'rtr' GET parameter in the page=graph action.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Routers2
Version: 2.24

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by manipulating the 'rtr' GET parameter in the page=graph action to execute XSS attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected 'rtr' GET parameter if not essential for functionality.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Regularly monitor and analyze web traffic for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Educate developers and users on secure coding practices and XSS prevention.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the XSS vulnerability in Routers2 version 2.24.