CVE-2018-11688: XSS
First published: Wed Jun 13 2018(Updated: )
Ignite Realtime Openfire before 3.9.2 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, caused by improper validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability via a crafted URL to execute script in a victim's Web browser within the security context of the hosting Web site, once the URL is clicked. An attacker could use this vulnerability to steal the victim's cookie-based authentication credentials.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Igniterealtime Openfire | =3.7.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/148057/Ignite-Realtime-Openfire-3.7.1-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jun/13
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jun/24
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/542060/100/0/threaded
- https://github.com/igniterealtime/Openfire/commit/ed3492a24274fd454afe93a499db49f3d6335108#diff-3f607cf668ad8f1091e789a2c1dca32a
- https://github.com/igniterealtime/Openfire/compare/v3.9.1...v3.9.2
- https://vulmon.com/vulnerabilitydetails?qid=CVE-2018-11688
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11688?
CVE-2018-11688 is a vulnerability in Ignite Realtime Openfire before version 3.9.2 that allows for cross-site scripting attacks.
How does CVE-2018-11688 work?
CVE-2018-11688 is caused by improper validation of user-supplied input, allowing a remote attacker to execute malicious scripts in a victim's web browser.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-11688?
CVE-2018-11688 has a severity rating of 6.1, which is considered medium.
What is the affected software version for CVE-2018-11688?
CVE-2018-11688 affects Ignite Realtime Openfire version 3.7.1.
How can I fix CVE-2018-11688?
To fix CVE-2018-11688, it is recommended to update Ignite Realtime Openfire to version 3.9.2 or later.
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