CVE-2018-5688: XSS

Published Jan 14, 2018
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Updated

ILIAS before 5.2.4 has XSS via the cmd parameter to the displayHeader function in setup/classes/class.ilSetupGUI.php in the Setup component.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ILIAS ILIAS<5.2.4

Event History

Jan 14, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of ILIAS?

The vulnerability ID of ILIAS is CVE-2018-5688.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2018-5688?

The severity rating of CVE-2018-5688 is medium with a value of 6.1.

3

How does the XSS vulnerability in ILIAS before 5.2.4 occur?

The XSS vulnerability in ILIAS before 5.2.4 occurs via the cmd parameter to the displayHeader function in setup/classes/class.ilSetupGUI.php in the Setup component.

4

What is the affected software for CVE-2018-5688?

The affected software for CVE-2018-5688 is Ilias before version 5.2.4.

5

How can I fix the XSS vulnerability in ILIAS?

To fix the XSS vulnerability in ILIAS, update to version 5.2.4 or later.

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