CVE-2018-1000219: XSS

Published Aug 20, 2018

Updated

OpenEMR version v5014 contains a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in The 'scan' parameter in line #41 of interface/fax/faxview.php that can result in The vulnerability could allow remote authenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML.. This attack appear to be exploitable via The victim must visit on a specially crafted URL..

Affected Software

1 affected component

open-emr Openemr=5.0.1.4

Event History

Aug 20, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1000219?

CVE-2018-1000219 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation by authenticated attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1000219?

To mitigate CVE-2018-1000219, users should upgrade OpenEMR to a version that patches this Cross Site Scripting vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2018-1000219?

Users of OpenEMR version 5.0.1.4 are affected by CVE-2018-1000219, especially those using the 'scan' parameter in fax_view.php.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-1000219?

CVE-2018-1000219 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.

Can CVE-2018-1000219 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-1000219 can be exploited by remote authenticated attackers, making it a significant security concern.