CVE-2017-9609: XSS

Published Jul 17, 2017
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Blackcat CMS 1.2 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the maplanguage parameter to backend/pages/langsettings.php.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Blackcat-cms Blackcat Cms=1.2

Event History

Jul 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9609?

The severity of CVE-2017-9609 is rated as medium with a score of 5.4.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-9609?

To fix CVE-2017-9609, ensure that input from the map_language parameter is properly sanitized to prevent XSS attacks.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-9609?

CVE-2017-9609 affects users of Blackcat CMS version 1.2.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9609?

CVE-2017-9609 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2017-9609 for users?

The implications of CVE-2017-9609 include the potential for authenticated users to inject malicious scripts that could compromise user security.

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