CVE-2023-37785: XSS

Published Jul 13, 2023
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Updated

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ImpressCMS v1.4.5 and before allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the smilecode parameter of the component /editprofile.php.

Other sources

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ImpressCMS v1.4.5 and before allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the smilecode parameter of the component /editprofile.php.

Affected Software

2 affected components
composer/impresscms/impresscms<=1.4.5
ImpressCMS ImpressCMS<=1.4.5

Event History

Jul 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
06:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-37785?

CVE-2023-37785 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ImpressCMS v1.4.5 and before that allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML.

2

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-37785?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-37785 by injecting a crafted payload into the 'smile_code' parameter of the component '/editprofile.php'. This payload can contain malicious web scripts or HTML.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-37785?

CVE-2023-37785 has a medium severity level.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-37785?

ImpressCMS versions up to and including v1.4.5 are affected by CVE-2023-37785.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-37785?

To fix CVE-2023-37785, it is recommended to update ImpressCMS to a version that is not vulnerable, if available. Alternatively, apply any patches or security updates provided by the vendor.

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