CVE-2019-16172: XSS
First published: Mon Sep 09 2019(Updated: )
LimeSurvey before v3.17.14 allows stored XSS for escalating privileges from a low-privileged account to, for example, SuperAdmin. The attack uses a survey group in which the title contains JavaScript that is mishandled upon group deletion.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Limesurvey Limesurvey | <3.17.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154479/LimeSurvey-3.17.13-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2019/Sep/22
- https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey/commit/32d6a5224327b246ee3a2a08500544e4f80f9a9a
- https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/Sep/27
- https://www.limesurvey.org/limesurvey-updates/2188-limesurvey-3-17-14-build-190902-released
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-16172.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2019-16172?
The severity rating of CVE-2019-16172 is medium, with a severity value of 5.4.
How does CVE-2019-16172 allow privilege escalation?
CVE-2019-16172 allows privilege escalation by exploiting a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in LimeSurvey before version 3.17.14.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2019-16172?
LimeSurvey versions up to and excluding 3.17.4 are affected by CVE-2019-16172.
How can I remediate the CVE-2019-16172 vulnerability?
To remediate the CVE-2019-16172 vulnerability, it is recommended to update LimeSurvey to version 3.17.14 or later.
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