CVE-2018-16795: CSRF
Published Dec 31, 2020
·Updated
OpenEMR 5.0.1.3 allows Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) via library/ajax and interface/super, as demonstrated by use of interface/super/managesitefiles.php to upload a .php file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
open-emr Openemr=5.0.1.3
Event History
Dec 31, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:32 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16795?
CVE-2018-16795 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through CSRF attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-16795?
To fix CVE-2018-16795, it is recommended to update OpenEMR to a version that addresses the CSRF vulnerability.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2018-16795 facilitate?
CVE-2018-16795 facilitates Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks allowing unauthorized actions.
4
What software is affected by CVE-2018-16795?
CVE-2018-16795 specifically affects OpenEMR version 5.0.1.3.
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What files are involved in the CVE-2018-16795 vulnerability?
The CVE-2018-16795 vulnerability is associated with the library/ajax and interface/super directories, particularly the manage_site_files.php file.