CVE-2020-10445 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-10445 affecting Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9, allowing attackers to execute Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks via improper URI handling.
Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9 is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) due to improper handling of URIs in admin/header.php, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML into admin/report-article.php.
Understanding CVE-2020-10445
This CVE identifies a security issue in Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9 that enables Reflected XSS attacks.
What is CVE-2020-10445?
The vulnerability in admin/header.php of Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9 permits the injection of arbitrary web scripts or HTML through URIs, specifically in admin/report-article.php.
The Impact of CVE-2020-10445
The exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to Reflected XSS attacks, potentially compromising the integrity and security of the affected system.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-10445
Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9 vulnerability specifics and impact.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in the URI handling of admin/header.php allows for the insertion of malicious scripts or HTML code, leading to Reflected XSS in admin/report-article.php.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9
- Vendor: Chadha
- Version: All versions are affected
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by appending a question mark (?) followed by the malicious payload in the URI, triggering the execution of the injected script or HTML.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-10445 and mitigating risks.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data in URIs.
- Regularly monitor and analyze web traffic for suspicious activities.
- Apply security patches or updates provided by the vendor promptly.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
- Educate users and administrators on safe browsing habits and security best practices.
Patching and Updates
Ensure Chadha PHPKB Standard Multi-Language 9 is updated with the latest security patches to address the Reflected XSS vulnerability.