CVE-2020-9460 : What You Need to Know

Octech Oempro 4.7 through 4.11 allow XSS by an authenticated user. The parameter CampaignName in Campaign.Create is vulnerable.

Understanding CVE-2020-9460

Octech Oempro versions 4.7 through 4.11 are susceptible to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks when exploited by an authenticated user.

What is CVE-2020-9460?

This CVE identifies a security vulnerability in Octech Oempro versions 4.7 through 4.11 that enables an authenticated user to execute XSS attacks through the CampaignName parameter in Campaign.Create.

The Impact of CVE-2020-9460

Allows an authenticated user to perform cross-site scripting attacks
Potential for unauthorized access to sensitive data
Risk of executing malicious scripts within the application

Technical Details of CVE-2020-9460

Octech Oempro 4.7 through 4.11 are affected by a specific vulnerability that allows XSS attacks.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the CampaignName parameter within the Campaign.Create function, enabling an authenticated user to inject and execute malicious scripts.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Octech Oempro
Versions: 4.7 through 4.11

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user manipulating the CampaignName parameter to inject malicious scripts, leading to XSS attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-9460, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Octech Oempro to a patched version
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs
Monitor and restrict user access to sensitive functionalities

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security assessments and code reviews
Educate users on safe practices to prevent XSS attacks

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Octech for the affected versions