CVE-2019-10227 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

openITCOCKPIT before version 3.7.1 has a reflected XSS vulnerability in the 404-not-found component.

Understanding CVE-2019-10227

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in openITCOCKPIT that could be exploited through reflected XSS.

What is CVE-2019-10227?

The 404-not-found component in openITCOCKPIT before version 3.7.1 is susceptible to a reflected XSS attack.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10227

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-2019-10227

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The 404-not-found component in openITCOCKPIT before version 3.7.1 contains a reflected XSS vulnerability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited through a reflected XSS attack, where an attacker tricks a user into clicking a malicious link that executes unauthorized scripts in the user's browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-10227 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade openITCOCKPIT to version 3.7.1 or newer to mitigate the vulnerability.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on unknown or suspicious links.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.
Regularly update and patch software to address known security issues.
Monitor and analyze web traffic for potential malicious activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all software components, including openITCOCKPIT, are regularly updated with the latest security patches to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.