CVE-2019-3958 : Security Advisory and Response

WallacePOS 1.4.3 is vulnerable to authenticated persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks due to inadequate output sanitization, allowing attackers to exploit manipulated sales transactions.

Understanding CVE-2019-3958

This CVE identifies a security vulnerability in WallacePOS version 1.4.3 that enables authenticated attackers to execute persistent XSS attacks.

What is CVE-2019-3958?

The vulnerability in WallacePOS 1.4.3 arises from insufficient sanitization of output, permitting authenticated attackers to conduct persistent XSS attacks through manipulated sales transactions.

The Impact of CVE-2019-3958

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute persistent XSS attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and manipulation of the application's content.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-3958

WallacePOS 1.4.3 is susceptible to the following:

Vulnerability Description

Authenticated attackers can exploit inadequate output sanitization to execute persistent XSS attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WallacePOS
Version: 1.4.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers need to be authenticated to the system to exploit this vulnerability through manipulated sales transactions.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-3958, consider the following:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update WallacePOS to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
Monitor and review sales transactions for any signs of manipulation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to sanitize output and prevent XSS vulnerabilities.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by WallacePOS to address known vulnerabilities.