CVE-2023-7035: automad Setting post.php cross site scripting
Withdrawn Advisory This advisory has been withdrawn because only the main admin with the highest level of privilege can provide input, and there are no users other than the admin from whom data could be stolen. This link is maintained to preserve external references.
Original Description automad up to 1.10.9 is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting in the sitename argument because the SharedController class that handles form data and saving shared information does not properly sanitize the user input on the client side when rendering the data. The attack may be launched remotely and an exploit has been disclosed publicly.
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A vulnerability was found in automad up to 1.10.9 and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file packages\standard\templates\post.php of the component Setting Handler. The manipulation of the argument sitename leads to cross site scripting. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-248684. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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A vulnerability was found in automad up to 1.10.9 and classified as problematic. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file packages\standard\templates\post.php of the component Setting Handler. The manipulation of the argument sitename leads to cross site scripting. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-7035?
CVE-2023-7035 has been classified as a low-severity issue because it primarily affects the main admin with the highest privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2023-7035?
CVE-2023-7035 does not require a fix as it has been withdrawn, indicating that the vulnerability does not pose a risk under the current conditions.
Which versions of Automad are affected by CVE-2023-7035?
CVE-2023-7035 affects Automad versions up to and including 1.10.9.
Can CVE-2023-7035 lead to data theft?
CVE-2023-7035 cannot lead to data theft as it only impacts the main admin account with no other users to exploit.
Is there any remediation required for CVE-2023-7035?
No remediation is required for CVE-2023-7035 since the advisory has been withdrawn and does not present a threat.