CVE-2024-28710: Input Validation

Published Oct 7, 2024
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Updated

Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in LimeSurvey before 6.5.0+240319 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a lack of input validation and output encoding in the Alert Widget's message component.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
composer/limesurvey/limesurvey<6.5.0
6.5.0
Limesurvey LimeSurvey<6.5.0\+240319

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade composer/limesurvey/limesurvey to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.5.0

Event History

Oct 7, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·06:31 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28710?

CVE-2024-28710 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-28710?

To fix CVE-2024-28710, upgrade LimeSurvey to version 6.5.0+240319 or later.

3

What causes CVE-2024-28710 in LimeSurvey?

CVE-2024-28710 is caused by a lack of input validation and output encoding in the Alert Widget's message component.

4

Can CVE-2024-28710 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-28710 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

5

What versions of LimeSurvey are affected by CVE-2024-28710?

CVE-2024-28710 affects all versions of LimeSurvey prior to 6.5.0+240319.

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