CVE-2023-41158 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2023-41158, a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Usermin 2.000, enabling remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML.
A Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the MIME type programs tab in Usermin 2.000 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the description field while creating a new MIME type program.
Understanding CVE-2023-41158
This CVE identifies a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability in Usermin 2.000, enabling remote attackers to execute malicious scripts or HTML.
What is CVE-2023-41158?
CVE-2023-41158 is a security vulnerability in Usermin 2.000 that permits attackers to insert harmful web script or HTML via the description field in a MIME type program creation.
The Impact of CVE-2023-41158
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized script execution, potentially compromising user data or enabling further attacks on the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-41158
Usermin 2.000 is susceptible to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting flaw, posing a risk of injecting malicious code during the creation of new MIME type programs.
Vulnerability Description
The issue arises from inadequate input validation in the description field, allowing attackers to embed malicious scripts or HTML.
Affected Systems and Versions
Vendor: n/a Product: n/a Version: 2.000 (all versions)
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by inserting malicious script or HTML code in the description field of a new MIME type program, potentially triggering XSS attacks.
Mitigation and Prevention
Take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2023-41158 in Usermin 2.000.
Immediate Steps to Take
Ensure input validation mechanisms are in place, and restrict user inputs to mitigate XSS risks.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly update Usermin to the latest version, implement secure coding practices, and conduct security assessments to detect and remediate XSS vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security patches and updates released by Usermin to address CVE-2023-41158 and other security issues.