CVE-2020-15162 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Discover the stored XSS vulnerability in PrestaShop versions > 1.5.0.0, < 1.7.6.8. Learn about the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to secure your system.
In PrestaShop from version 1.5.0.0 and before version 1.7.6.8, users are allowed to send compromised files containing malicious JavaScript, triggering an XSS payload. The issue has been resolved in version 1.7.6.8.
Understanding CVE-2020-15162
This CVE involves a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in PrestaShop.
What is CVE-2020-15162?
The vulnerability in PrestaShop versions between 1.5.0.0 and 1.7.6.8 allowed users to upload files with malicious JavaScript, leading to XSS attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2020-15162
The vulnerability had a CVSS base score of 5.4, with medium severity. It required no privileges and had a high attack complexity.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-15162
Vulnerability Description
- Stored XSS vulnerability in PrestaShop versions > 1.5.0.0, < 1.7.6.8
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected: PrestaShop versions > 1.5.0.0, < 1.7.6.8
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: High
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update PrestaShop to version 1.7.6.8 or later
- Educate users on safe file uploading practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit file uploads for malicious content
- Implement input validation and sanitization mechanisms
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly