CVE-2019-11592 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-11592 affecting WeBid 1.2.2, allowing attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks via specific parameters. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
WeBid 1.2.2 has a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that can be exploited through specific parameters in various admin pages.
Understanding CVE-2019-11592
What is CVE-2019-11592?
The version 1.2.2 of WeBid contains a vulnerability that enables attackers to execute XSS attacks by manipulating certain parameters in designated admin pages.
The Impact of CVE-2019-11592
This vulnerability allows malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary scripts in the context of an admin user's session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-11592
Vulnerability Description
WeBid 1.2.2 is susceptible to reflected XSS through the 'id' parameter in pages like admin/deletenews.php, admin/editbannersuser.php, admin/editfaqscategory.php, and admin/excludeuser.php. The 'offset' parameter in admin/edituser.php is also exploitable.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Version: 1.2.2
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can craft malicious links containing scripts and trick admin users into clicking them, leading to the execution of unauthorized code within the admin session.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable the affected pages or restrict access to them if possible.
- Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data and prevent script injection.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update WeBid to the latest secure version.
- Educate administrators on safe browsing practices and the risks of clicking unverified links.
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by WeBid to address and eliminate the XSS vulnerability.