CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2018-18579: XSS

First published: Mon Oct 22 2018(Updated: )

Reflected XSS exists in DedeCMS 5.7 SP2 via the /member/pm.php folder parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dedecms v6=5.7-sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-18579?

    CVE-2018-18579 is considered a medium severity reflected XSS vulnerability.

  • How does CVE-2018-18579 affect DedeCMS?

    CVE-2018-18579 affects DedeCMS 5.7 SP2 by allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts via the 'folder' parameter in the /member/pm.php endpoint.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-18579?

    To fix CVE-2018-18579, ensure that user inputs are properly validated and sanitized before being processed by the application.

  • Is CVE-2018-18579 easily exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2018-18579 can be easily exploited by an attacker with knowledge of the application's URL structure.

  • What is the recommended action for users of DedeCMS 5.7 SP2 regarding CVE-2018-18579?

    Users of DedeCMS 5.7 SP2 should apply security patches and stay updated with the latest available version to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2018-18579.

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