CVE-2018-7057 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

RoomWizard prior to version 4.4.x is vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) through the pageName parameter in the HelpAction.action page.

Understanding CVE-2018-7057

This CVE entry describes a specific XSS vulnerability in RoomWizard software.

What is CVE-2018-7057?

The vulnerability in RoomWizard before version 4.4.x allows attackers to execute XSS attacks via the pageName parameter in the HelpAction.action page.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7057

The XSS vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary scripts on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7057

RoomWizard's vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

RoomWizard before version 4.4.x is susceptible to XSS attacks through the HelpAction.action pageName parameter.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: RoomWizard
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: All versions prior to 4.4.x

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the pageName parameter in the HelpAction.action page to inject malicious scripts.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-7057.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update RoomWizard to version 4.4.x or newer to patch the XSS vulnerability.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or visiting untrusted websites.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
Implement web application firewalls to filter and block malicious traffic.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by the software vendor.