CVE-2021-43137: XSS

Published Dec 1, 2021
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Updated

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability exits in hostel management system 2.1 via the name field in my-profile.php. Chaining to this both vulnerabilities leads to account takeover.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Phpgurukul Hostel Management System=2.1
Hostel Management System Project Hostel Management System=2.1

Event History

Dec 1, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:14 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this cross-site scripting and cross-site request forgery vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this cross-site scripting and cross-site request forgery vulnerability is CVE-2021-43137.

2

What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-43137?

The severity rating of CVE-2021-43137 is high with a value of 8.8.

3

What is the affected software by CVE-2021-43137?

The affected software is Hostel Management System Project Hostel Management System version 2.1 and PHPGurukul Hostel Management System version 2.1.

4

How can the vulnerability be exploited?

The vulnerability can be exploited by submitting malicious input via the name field in my-profile.php, allowing for cross-site scripting and cross-site request forgery attacks.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2021-43137?

Yes, there is a known exploit for CVE-2021-43137. You can find more information about it at the following link: Exploit-DB - CVE-2021-43137

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