CVE-2018-8720: XSS

Published Mar 15, 2018
·
Updated

ServiceNow ITSM 2016-06-02 has XSS via the First Name or Last Name field of My Profile (aka navpage.do), or the Search bar of My Portal (aka searchresults.do).

Affected Software

1 affected component
ServiceNow IT Service Management

Event History

Mar 15, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8720?

CVE-2018-8720 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-8720?

To fix CVE-2018-8720, ensure that input fields, such as First Name and Last Name on My Profile, are properly validated and sanitized.

3

Which versions of ServiceNow are affected by CVE-2018-8720?

CVE-2018-8720 affects ServiceNow ITSM version released on 2016-06-02 and potentially other versions if they haven't been patched.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-8720?

The potential impacts of CVE-2018-8720 include unauthorized script execution, which can lead to data theft or session hijacking.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2018-8720?

Yes, CVE-2018-8720 can be exploited through the vulnerable fields, allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts.

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