Learn about CVE-2023-48492 affecting Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.18 and earlier. Address the Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) vulnerability and safeguard your systems.
Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.18 and earlier are affected by a Cross-site Scripting vulnerability allowing malicious JavaScript execution through convincing victims to access a vulnerable page.
Understanding CVE-2023-48492
This vulnerability poses a notable risk to Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.18 and prior.
What is CVE-2023-48492?
CVE-2023-48492 is a Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.18 and earlier. Attackers can execute malicious JavaScript by tricking users into visiting a compromised page.
The Impact of CVE-2023-48492
In the context of compromised web pages, this vulnerability enables threat actors to conduct Cross-site Scripting attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or manipulation.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-48492
The following details shed light on the technical aspects of the CVE-2023-48492 exploit.
Vulnerability Description
Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.18 and earlier are susceptible to a Cross-site Scripting (DOM-based XSS) vulnerability, allowing attackers to execute malicious JavaScript in victims' browsers.
Affected Systems and Versions
The affected system is Adobe Experience Manager with versions less than or equal to 6.5.18.
Exploitation Mechanism
By manipulating URLs to reference compromised pages, attackers can execute malicious JavaScript on victim browsers.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2023-48492 requires immediate action and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Refer to Adobe's security advisory APSB23-72 for detailed guidance on addressing CVE-2023-48492.