CVE-2019-7327 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

ZoneMinder up to version 1.32.3 is vulnerable to Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) through the 'scale' parameter in frame.php, allowing malicious code execution.

Understanding CVE-2019-7327

An exploitable instance of Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) has been identified in ZoneMinder up to version 1.32.3.

What is CVE-2019-7327?

This vulnerability enables a malicious actor to execute arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code by exploiting a susceptible 'scale' parameter value in the view frame (frame.php) due to the absence of appropriate filtration.

The Impact of CVE-2019-7327

Allows attackers to execute arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code
Can lead to unauthorized access or data theft

Technical Details of CVE-2019-7327

ZoneMinder through version 1.32.3 is affected by Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS).

Vulnerability Description

Reflected XSS vulnerability in ZoneMinder
Exploitable 'scale' parameter in frame.php

Affected Systems and Versions

ZoneMinder up to version 1.32.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious actors exploit the vulnerable 'scale' parameter to inject and execute code

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update ZoneMinder to the latest patched version
Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly monitor and audit web application security
Educate developers on secure coding practices Patching and Updates:
Apply security patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities