CVE-2023-29457: Insufficient validation of Action form input fields

Published Jul 13, 2023
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Updated

Reflected XSS attacks, occur when a malicious script is reflected off a web application to the victim's browser. The script can be activated through Action form fields, which can be sent as request to a website with a vulnerability that enables execution of malicious scripts.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Zabbix Frontend>=4.0.0<=4.0.45
Zabbix Frontend>=6.0.0<=6.0.17
Zabbix Frontend>=5.0.0<=5.0.34

Event History

Jul 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:35 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-29457?

CVE-2023-29457 is a vulnerability in Zabbix Frontend that allows for reflected XSS attacks.

2

How are reflected XSS attacks carried out?

Reflected XSS attacks occur when a malicious script is reflected off a web application to the victim's browser.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-29457?

Zabbix Frontend versions 4.0.0 to 4.0.45, 5.0.0 to 5.0.34, and 6.0.0 to 6.0.17 are affected.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2023-29457?

CVE-2023-29457 has a severity rating of 6.1 (medium).

5

How do I fix CVE-2023-29457?

To fix CVE-2023-29457, upgrade Zabbix Frontend to a version that is not affected (e.g., 4.0.46 or higher, 5.0.35 or higher, 6.0.18 or higher).

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