CVE-2020-10372 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Ramp AltitudeCDN Altimeter before 2.4.0 allows authenticated Stored XSS via the vdms/ipmapping.jsp location field to the dms/rest/services/datastore/createOrEditValueForKey URI.

Understanding CVE-2020-10372

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Ramp AltitudeCDN Altimeter that enables authenticated Stored XSS attacks.

What is CVE-2020-10372?

Ramp AltitudeCDN Altimeter before version 2.4.0 is susceptible to authenticated Stored XSS through a specific location field to a URI.

The Impact of CVE-2020-10372

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-10372

This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Ramp AltitudeCDN Altimeter before 2.4.0 permits authenticated Stored XSS attacks via a specific location field.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions affected: All versions before 2.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the location field, which are then executed when accessed through the specified URI.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-10372 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Ramp AltitudeCDN Altimeter to version 2.4.0 or newer to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict user input to prevent malicious script injections.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and code reviews to identify and address vulnerabilities promptly.
Educate users on safe browsing practices and the risks of executing untrusted scripts.

Patching and Updates

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