CVE-2024-27731: Infoleak

Published Aug 15, 2024
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Updated

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Friendica v.2023.12 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information via the lack of file type filtering in the file attachment parameter.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Friendica Friendica
Friendica Friendica=2023.12

Remediation

Patch Available

https://github.com/friendica/friendica/pull/13927

Event History

Aug 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27731?

CVE-2024-27731 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to lead to cross site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27731?

To fix CVE-2024-27731, ensure proper file type filtering is implemented in the file attachment parameters of Friendica.

3

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2024-27731?

CVE-2024-27731 allows remote attackers to perform cross site scripting attacks, potentially retrieving sensitive user information.

4

Which versions of Friendica are affected by CVE-2024-27731?

CVE-2024-27731 affects Friendica version 2023.12 and potentially prior versions if they are not updated.

5

Is CVE-2024-27731 encountered in other software apart from Friendica?

CVE-2024-27731 is specifically associated with Friendica and does not indicate vulnerabilities in other software.

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