CVE-2024-10242: Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via Authentication Endpoint in WSO2 API Manager Allows UI Modification and Redirection

Published Apr 16, 2026
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Updated

The authentication endpoint fails to adequately validate user-supplied input before reflecting it back in the response. This allows an attacker to inject malicious script payloads into the input parameters, which are then executed by the victim's browser.

Successful exploitation can enable an attacker to redirect the user's browser to a malicious website, modify the UI of the web page, or retrieve information from the browser. However, the impact is limited as session-related sensitive cookies are protected by the httpOnly flag, preventing session hijacking.

Affected Software

3 affected components
WSO2 WSO2 API Manager
WSO2 API Manager>=3.2.0<3.2.0.401
WSO2 API Manager>=4.0.0<4.0.0.318

Remediation

Information

Follow the instructions given on https://security.docs.wso2.com/en/latest/security-announcements/security-advisories/2026/WSO2-2024-3741/#solution

Event History

Apr 16, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:45 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:45 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-10242?

CVE-2024-10242 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing reflected cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-10242?

To fix CVE-2024-10242, ensure that user-supplied input to the authentication endpoint is properly validated and sanitized before being reflected in responses.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2024-10242?

CVE-2024-10242 specifically affects WSO2 API Manager.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-10242?

CVE-2024-10242 is a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can exploitation of CVE-2024-10242 lead to any security risks?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-10242 can lead to unauthorized UI modifications and potential redirection to malicious sites.

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