CVE-2024-38503: Apache Syncope: HTML tags can be injected into Console or Enduser text fields
First published: Mon Jul 22 2024(Updated: )
When editing a user, group or any object in the Syncope Console, HTML tags could be added to any text field and could lead to potential exploits. The same vulnerability was found in the Syncope Enduser, when editing "Personal Information" or "User Requests". Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.0.8, which fixes this issue.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.syncope.client.idrepo:syncope-client-idrepo-console | >=2.1.0<3.0.8 | 3.0.8 |
| maven/org.apache.syncope.client.idrepo:syncope-client-idrepo-common-ui | >=2.1.0<3.0.8 | 3.0.8 |
| Apache Syncope | >=2.1.0<=2.1.14 | |
| Apache Syncope | >=3.0.0<3.0.8 | |
| >=2.1.0<=2.1.14 | ||
| >=3.0.0<3.0.8 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-38503
- https://syncope.apache.org/security#cve-2024-38503-html-tags-can-be-injected-into-console-or-enduser
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/22/3
- https://github.com/apache/syncope/commit/12e65f5fb12ad87ce0b223b3c2bb39025a4521e4
- https://github.com/apache/syncope/releases/tag/syncope-3.0.8
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-8pxv-x6jq-5vw9 (Advisory)
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/07/22/3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38503?
CVE-2024-38503 is classified as a potential security exploit due to the ability to inject HTML tags into text fields.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38503?
To fix CVE-2024-38503, update your Apache Syncope application to version 3.0.8 or later.
What versions of Apache Syncope are affected by CVE-2024-38503?
CVE-2024-38503 affects Apache Syncope versions from 2.1.0 to 3.0.8.
What components are impacted by CVE-2024-38503?
CVE-2024-38503 affects the Syncope Console and Syncope Enduser components.
Can CVE-2024-38503 lead to data breaches?
Yes, the HTML tag injection from CVE-2024-38503 could potentially lead to data breaches if exploited.
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