CVE-2019-19858 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability was found in Serpico 1.3.0, also known as SimplE RePort wrIting and CollaboratiOn tool. The stored cross-site scripting (XSS) can be exploited through the author parameter in the admin/add_user/UID endpoint.

Understanding CVE-2019-19858

This CVE entry describes a security issue in Serpico 1.3.0 related to stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

What is CVE-2019-19858?

CVE-2019-19858 is a vulnerability in Serpico 1.3.0, allowing for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via the author parameter in the admin/add_user/UID endpoint.

The Impact of CVE-2019-19858

The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of an authenticated user, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-19858

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The issue in Serpico 1.3.0 allows for stored XSS attacks through the author parameter in the admin/add_user/UID endpoint.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Serpico 1.3.0
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the author parameter of the admin/add_user/UID endpoint.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-19858 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Serpico to the latest version or apply patches provided by the vendor.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent XSS attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web applications for vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and the risks of XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Serpico.
Apply updates promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.