CVE-2020-23831: XSS
First published: Tue Sep 01 2020(Updated: )
A Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the index.php login-portal webpage of SourceCodester Stock Management System v1.0 allows remote attackers to harvest login credentials and session cookies when an unauthenticated victim clicks on a malicious URL and enters credentials.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Stock Management System | =1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-23831?
CVE-2020-23831 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to steal sensitive login credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2020-23831?
To fix CVE-2020-23831, ensure that proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms are implemented on the index.php login-portal webpage.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-23831?
CVE-2020-23831 specifically affects SourceCodester Stock Management System version 1.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2020-23831 enable?
CVE-2020-23831 enables reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks that can compromise user credentials.
How can I prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-23831?
To prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-23831, implement security measures such as Content Security Policy (CSP) and sanitize user inputs.
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