CVE-2018-11688: XSS
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.
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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.