Learn about CVE-2020-5728 affecting OpenMRS 2.9 and earlier versions, allowing Cross-Site Scripting attacks. Find mitigation steps and best practices for enhanced system security.
OpenMRS 2.9 and prior versions are vulnerable to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack due to insufficient validation of the 'redirectUrl' parameter, which copies 'Referrer' header values into HTML elements.
Understanding CVE-2020-5728
OpenMRS 2.9 and earlier versions are susceptible to a specific type of security vulnerability known as Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
What is CVE-2020-5728?
This CVE refers to a flaw in OpenMRS versions 2.9 and prior that allows malicious actors to execute arbitrary scripts in a victim's browser, potentially compromising user data and system integrity.
The Impact of CVE-2020-5728
The vulnerability in OpenMRS can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and manipulation of user sessions, posing a significant risk to the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-5728
OpenMRS 2.9 and earlier versions have the following technical details:
Vulnerability Description
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-5728, consider the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates