CVE-2017-14981: XSS

Published Oct 2, 2017
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Updated

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) was discovered in ATutor before 2.2.3. The vulnerability exists due to insufficient filtration of data (url in /mods/standard/rssfeeds/editfeed.php). An attacker could inject arbitrary HTML and script code into a browser in the context of the vulnerable website.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ATutor ATutor<=2.2.2

Event History

Oct 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-14981?

CVE-2017-14981 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-14981?

To fix CVE-2017-14981, upgrade to ATutor version 2.2.3 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What kind of attack can be executed through CVE-2017-14981?

CVE-2017-14981 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary HTML and script code in a user's browser via cross-site scripting.

4

Which versions of ATutor are affected by CVE-2017-14981?

CVE-2017-14981 affects ATutor versions up to and including 2.2.2.

5

What components of ATutor are vulnerable in CVE-2017-14981?

CVE-2017-14981 specifically affects the RSS feeds editing functionality in the file /mods/_standard/rss_feeds/edit_feed.php.

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