CVE-2023-40461: Cross-site scripting vulnerability in ACEManager

Published Dec 4, 2023
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Updated

The ACEManager component of ALEOS 4.16 and earlier allows an

authenticated user with Administrator privileges to access a file

upload field which does not fully validate the file name, creating a

Stored Cross-Site Scripting condition.

Affected Software

8 affected components
All of the following
Sierrawireless Aleos<=4.16.0
Any of the following
Sierrawireless Es450
Sierrawireless Gx450
Sierrawireless Lx40
Sierrawireless Lx60
Sierrawireless Mp70
Sierrawireless Rv50x
Sierrawireless Rv55

Event History

Dec 4, 2023
CVE Published
10:52 PM
Data Sourced
10:52 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-40461?

CVE-2023-40461 is a Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in ACEManager component of ALEOS 4.16 and earlier, allowing an authenticated user with Administrator privileges to access a file upload field which does not fully validate the file name, creating a Stored XSS condition.

2

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-40461?

ALEOS 4.16 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2023-40461.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40461?

CVE-2023-40461 has a severity rating of 8.1 (High).

4

How can an authenticated user exploit CVE-2023-40461?

An authenticated user with Administrator privileges can exploit CVE-2023-40461 by accessing a file upload field that does not fully validate the file name, allowing them to inject malicious scripts into the application.

5

Is Sierra Wireless providing any reference for CVE-2023-40461?

Yes, Sierra Wireless has provided a reference for CVE-2023-40461. You can find more information at the following link: [Sierra Wireless Technical Bulletin - SWI-PSA-2023-006](https://source.sierrawireless.com/resources/security-bulletins/sierra-wireless-technical-bulletin---swi-psa-2023-006/#sthash.6KUVtE6w.dpbs)

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