CVE-2019-12362 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

EmpireCMS 7.5.0 has a cross-site scripting vulnerability that can be exploited via the HTTP Referer header in e/member/doaction.php.

Understanding CVE-2019-12362

This CVE entry describes a specific vulnerability in EmpireCMS 7.5.0 that allows for cross-site scripting attacks.

What is CVE-2019-12362?

The vulnerability in EmpireCMS 7.5.0 enables attackers to execute malicious scripts on the victim's browser by manipulating the HTTP Referer header in the e/member/doaction.php file.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12362

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, cookie theft, session hijacking, and potentially full control of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12362

EmpireCMS 7.5.0 vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability in EmpireCMS 7.5.0 arises from improper handling of the HTTP Referer header in the e/member/doaction.php script, allowing malicious script injection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: EmpireCMS 7.5.0
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the HTTP Referer header to inject and execute malicious scripts on the victim's browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2019-12362.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the use of the HTTP Referer header in sensitive operations.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-controlled data.
Regularly monitor and analyze HTTP requests for suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.
Educate developers and administrators on secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Check for security updates or patches released by EmpireCMS to address this vulnerability.