CVE-2020-18468 : Security Advisory and Response

A Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in qdPM 9.1 can be exploited via crafted website names in the Heading field on the Login Page.

Understanding CVE-2020-18468

This CVE involves a security flaw in qdPM 9.1 that allows for XSS attacks through manipulated website names.

What is CVE-2020-18468?

The vulnerability in qdPM 9.1 enables attackers to execute XSS attacks by inserting malicious scripts into the Heading field on the Login Page.

The Impact of CVE-2020-18468

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and potential compromise of user accounts within the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-18468

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

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability in qdPM 9.1 allows threat actors to inject malicious scripts into the Heading field on the Login Page, potentially compromising user data.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: qdPM 9.1
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by sending a crafted website name through an authenticated POST HTTP request to /qdPM_9.1/index.php/configuration.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-18468 requires immediate action and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection attacks.
Regularly monitor and audit the application for any suspicious activities.
Apply security patches and updates provided by the software vendor.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security training for developers and users to raise awareness of XSS vulnerabilities.
Utilize web application firewalls to filter and block malicious traffic.
Perform security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the qdPM 9.1 software is kept up to date with the latest security patches and fixes to mitigate the XSS vulnerability.