CVE-2024-22418: Stored Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability via Malicious File Names in GroupOffice

Published Jan 18, 2024
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Updated

Group-Office is an enterprise CRM and groupware tool. Affected versions are subject to a vulnerability which is present in the file upload mechanism of Group Office. It allows an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code by embedding it within a file's name. For instance, using a filename such as “><img src=x onerror=prompt('XSS')>.jpg” triggers the vulnerability. When this file is uploaded, the JavaScript code within the filename is executed. This issue has been addressed in version 6.8.29. All users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Group-Office Group Office<6.8.29

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Group Office to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.8.29

Event History

Jan 18, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22418?

CVE-2024-22418 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to execute arbitrary JavaScript code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-22418?

To fix CVE-2024-22418, upgrade Group Office to version 6.8.29 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2024-22418 on Group Office?

CVE-2024-22418 allows attackers to execute malicious JavaScript through the file upload mechanism, compromising the application.

4

Which versions of Group Office are affected by CVE-2024-22418?

Group Office versions prior to 6.8.29 are affected by CVE-2024-22418.

5

What type of attack does CVE-2024-22418 facilitate?

CVE-2024-22418 facilitates cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through embedded JavaScript in file names.

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