CVE-2021-35238: Stored XSS through URL POST parameter in CreateExternalWebsite Vulnerability

Q: What is CVE-2021-35238?

CVE-2021-35238 is a vulnerability that allows a user with Orion Platform Admin rights to store XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) through a URL POST parameter in the CreateExternalWebsite website.

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2021-35238?

The severity of CVE-2021-35238 is medium, with a severity value of 4.8.

Q: Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-35238?

CVE-2021-35238 affects SolarWinds Orion Platform versions up to and including 2020.2.5, as well as version 2020.2.6.

Q: How can I fix CVE-2021-35238?

To fix CVE-2021-35238, apply the hotfix provided by SolarWinds for Orion Platform 2020.2.6 or upgrade to a newer version of the software.

Q: Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-35238?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-35238 in the SolarWinds documentation, support center, and security advisories.

Published Sep 1, 2021

Updated

User with Orion Platform Admin Rights could store XSS through URL POST parameter in CreateExternalWebsite website.

Affected Software

2 affected components

SolarWinds Orion Platform<=2020.2.5

SolarWinds Orion Platform=2020.2.6

Remediation

Information

SolarWinds recommends installing 2020.2.6 Hotfix 1 for the Orion Platform as soon as it becomes available. All customers should implement all the recommendations from the Orion Secure Configuration Guide.

Event History

Sep 1, 2021

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:02 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:02 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-35238?

CVE-2021-35238 is a vulnerability that allows a user with Orion Platform Admin rights to store XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) through a URL POST parameter in the CreateExternalWebsite website.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-35238?