CVE-2020-25093 : Security Advisory and Response

Ecommerce-CodeIgniter-Bootstrap before 2020-08-03 allows XSS in blog.php within specific directories.

Understanding CVE-2020-25093

This CVE involves a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Ecommerce-CodeIgniter-Bootstrap, impacting certain template directories.

What is CVE-2020-25093?

This vulnerability in Ecommerce-CodeIgniter-Bootstrap before 2020-08-03 enables attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session.

The Impact of CVE-2020-25093

The XSS vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and potential compromise of user information on affected websites.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-25093

This section provides specific technical details regarding the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Ecommerce-CodeIgniter-Bootstrap before 2020-08-03 allows XSS in blog.php within application/views/templates/clothesshop, application/views/templates/onepage, and application/views/templates/redlabel.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious scripts into the blog.php file within the mentioned template directories.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-25093 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Ecommerce-CodeIgniter-Bootstrap to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
Implement input validation and output encoding to mitigate XSS risks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web applications for security vulnerabilities.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent XSS attacks.
Utilize web application firewalls to filter and block malicious traffic.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely application of security patches and updates to address known vulnerabilities.