CVE-2022-45221: XSS
Published Nov 28, 2022
·Updated
Web-Based Student Clearance System v1.0 was discovered to contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in changepassword.php. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the txtnewpassword parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Web-based Student Clearance System Project Web-based Student Clearance System=1.0
Event History
Nov 28, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-45221?
CVE-2022-45221 has a medium severity level due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-45221?
To fix CVE-2022-45221, validate and sanitize user inputs in the txtnew_password parameter to prevent script injection.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2022-45221?
CVE-2022-45221 affects Web-Based Student Clearance System version 1.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-45221?
CVE-2022-45221 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2022-45221 lead to data theft?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2022-45221 could allow attackers to steal user data or perform actions on behalf of users.