CVE-2023-40986: XSS
First published: Fri Sep 15 2023(Updated: )
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Usermin Configuration function of Webmin v2.100 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web sripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Custom field.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Webmin Webmin | =2.100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-40986?
CVE-2023-40986 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Usermin Configuration function of Webmin v2.100.
How severe is CVE-2023-40986?
CVE-2023-40986 has a severity value of 5.4, which is considered medium.
How does CVE-2023-40986 affect the software?
CVE-2023-40986 affects Webmin v2.100, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2023-40986?
The CWE for CVE-2023-40986 is CWE-79, which is the code for Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').
How can I fix CVE-2023-40986?
To fix CVE-2023-40986, update Webmin to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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