CVE-2019-20523 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability exists in the index.php/partner/index page of ilchCMS 2.1.23, allowing for a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

Understanding CVE-2019-20523

This CVE identifies a specific vulnerability in ilchCMS 2.1.23 that can be exploited for XSS attacks.

What is CVE-2019-20523?

CVE-2019-20523 is a security vulnerability found in the Name parameter of the index.php/partner/index page of ilchCMS 2.1.23, enabling attackers to execute cross-site scripting attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2019-20523

The impact of this vulnerability is rated as follows:

Attack Complexity: Low
Availability Impact: None
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: None
Scope: Changed
User Interaction: Required

Technical Details of CVE-2019-20523

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in ilchCMS 2.1.23 allows for XSS attacks through the Name parameter in the index.php/partner/index page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: 2.1.23
Product: ilchCMS
Vendor: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the Name parameter of the index.php/partner/index page.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-20523 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the affected page or parameter if not essential
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs
Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for suspicious activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep web applications and CMS platforms updated with the latest security patches
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing
Educate developers and users on secure coding practices

Patching and Updates

Ensure that ilchCMS is updated to a secure version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.