CVE-2023-39612: XSS

Published Sep 16, 2023
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Updated

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges to Administrator via user interaction with a crafted HTML file or URL.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Filebrowser Filebrowser<2.23.0
Filebrowser Filebrowser<2.25.0

Event History

Sep 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability is CVE-2023-39612.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39612?

CVE-2023-39612 has a severity level of critical.

3

How does the cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 occur?

The cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 occurs when an authenticated attacker interacts with a crafted HTML file or URL.

4

What is the potential impact of the cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0?

The potential impact of the cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 is privilege escalation to Administrator for an authenticated attacker.

5

How can I fix the cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0?

To fix the cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0, update to version 2.23.0 or later.

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