CVE-2020-23048 : Security Advisory and Response

SeedDMS Content Management System v6.0.7 has a persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in AddEvent.php, allowing attacks via name and comment parameters.

Understanding CVE-2020-23048

This CVE identifies a specific security vulnerability in SeedDMS Content Management System v6.0.7.

What is CVE-2020-23048?

SeedDMS Content Management System v6.0.7 is susceptible to a persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the AddEvent.php component through the name and comment parameters.

The Impact of CVE-2020-23048

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-23048

SeedDMS Content Management System v6.0.7 vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability in AddEvent.php enables attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts via the name and comment parameters.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SeedDMS Content Management System v6.0.7
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the name and comment parameters, which are not properly sanitized by the application.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-23048.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches or updates provided by SeedDMS to address the XSS vulnerability.
Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit your web applications for security vulnerabilities.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent XSS and other common web application vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from SeedDMS and promptly apply patches or updates to mitigate known vulnerabilities.