CVE-2022-40626: Reflected XSS in the backurl parameter of Zabbix Frontend
First published: Wed Sep 14 2022(Updated: )
An unauthenticated user can create a link with reflected Javascript code inside the backurl parameter and send it to other authenticated users in order to create a fake account with predefined login, password and role in Zabbix Frontend.
Credit: security@zabbix.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zabbix Zabbix | >=6.0.0<=6.0.6 | |
| Zabbix Zabbix | =6.2.0 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =37 |
Remedy
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Reference Links
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/SPU4RCRYVNVM3SS523UQXE63ATCTEX5G/
- https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-21350
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/SPU4RCRYVNVM3SS523UQXE63ATCTEX5G/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40626?
CVE-2022-40626 is a vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated user to create a link with reflected JavaScript code in the backurl parameter in Zabbix Frontend.
How does CVE-2022-40626 work?
An unauthenticated user can create a link with reflected JavaScript code in the backurl parameter and send it to other authenticated users, allowing them to create a fake account with predefined login, password, and role.
What software is affected by CVE-2022-40626?
Zabbix versions 6.0.0 to 6.0.6, Zabbix 6.2.0, Fedora 37 are affected by CVE-2022-40626.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-40626?
CVE-2022-40626 has a severity value of 6.1, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2022-40626?
To fix CVE-2022-40626, update to a version of Zabbix that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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