CVE-2019-10073 : Security Advisory and Response

Apache OFBiz versions 16.11.01 to 16.11.05 are vulnerable to Stored XSS attacks in the "Blog," "Forum," and "Contact Us" screens of the "ecommerce" template application.

Understanding CVE-2019-10073

This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Apache OFBiz.

What is CVE-2019-10073?

The screens for "Blog," "Forum," and "Contact Us" in the "ecommerce" template application included in Apache OFBiz are prone to vulnerability against Stored XSS attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10073

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10073

Apache OFBiz versions 16.11.01 to 16.11.05 are affected by a Stored XSS vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The screens for "Blog," "Forum," and "Contact Us" in the "ecommerce" template application bundled in Apache OFBiz are weak to Stored XSS attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: OFBiz
Vendor: Apache
Versions Affected: OFBiz 16.11.01 to 16.11.05

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the affected screens, which are then executed in the context of a user's session.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-10073, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to version 16.11.06 of Apache OFBiz.
Manually apply the following commits on branch 16.11: 1858438, 1858543, 1860595, and 1860616.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Apache OFBiz to the latest versions.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely application of security patches and updates provided by Apache for OFBiz.