CVE-2017-1000240: XSS
First published: Fri Nov 17 2017(Updated: )
The application OpenEMR is affected by multiple reflected & stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities affecting version 5.0.0 and prior versions. These vulnerabilities could allow remote authenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenEMR | <=5.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1000240?
CVE-2017-1000240 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000240?
To fix CVE-2017-1000240, upgrade OpenEMR to a version later than 5.0.0 where the vulnerabilities are addressed.
What types of vulnerabilities are present in CVE-2017-1000240?
CVE-2017-1000240 contains multiple reflected and stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-1000240?
Users of OpenEMR version 5.0.0 and prior are affected by CVE-2017-1000240.
Can CVE-2017-1000240 be exploited without authentication?
No, CVE-2017-1000240 requires that the attacker be a remote authenticated user to exploit the vulnerabilities.
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