CVE-2018-12638: XSS
An issue was discovered in the Bose Soundtouch app 18.1.4 for iOS. There is no frontend input validation of the device name. A malicious device name can execute JavaScript on the registered Bose User Account if a speaker has been connected to the app.
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-12638?
CVE-2018-12638 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow JavaScript execution on a user's Bose account.
How do I fix CVE-2018-12638?
To fix CVE-2018-12638, update the Bose Soundtouch app to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-12638?
CVE-2018-12638 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by lack of input validation in the Bose Soundtouch app.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-12638?
The affected software for CVE-2018-12638 is Bose Soundtouch version 18.1.4 for iOS.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-12638?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2018-12638 could execute malicious JavaScript in the context of a registered Bose user account.