CVE-2019-9709: XSS
An issue was discovered in Mahara 17.10 before 17.10.8, 18.04 before 18.04.4, and 18.10 before 18.10.1. The collection title is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) due to not escaping it when viewing the collection's SmartEvidence overview page (if that feature is turned on). This can be exploited by any logged-in user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9709?
CVE-2019-9709 is a vulnerability in Mahara versions 17.10 before 17.10.8, 18.04 before 18.04.4, and 18.10 before 18.10.1 that allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
How does CVE-2019-9709 impact Mahara?
CVE-2019-9709 impacts Mahara by making the collection title vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) when viewing the collection's SmartEvidence overview page (if that feature is turned on).
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9709?
The severity of CVE-2019-9709 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How can I fix CVE-2019-9709 in Mahara?
To fix CVE-2019-9709 in Mahara, you should upgrade to version 17.10.8, 18.04.4, or 18.10.1
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-9709?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-9709 at the following references: [1] https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/1819547 [2] https://mahara.org/interaction/forum/topic.php?id=8446