CVE-2024-40111: XSS

Published Aug 23, 2024
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Updated

A persistent (stored) cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in Automad 2.0.0-alpha.4. This vulnerability enables an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript code into the template body. The injected code is stored within the flat file CMS and is executed in the browser of any user visiting the forum.

Affected Software

2 affected components
composer/automad/automad<=2.0.0-alpha.4
Automad Automad=2.0.0-alpha4

Event History

Aug 23, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
Affected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:30 PM
Aug 26, 2024
Withdrawn
via GitHub·03:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40111?

CVE-2024-40111 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-40111?

To fix CVE-2024-40111, update to a patched version of Automad that addresses the stored XSS vulnerability.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2024-40111?

CVE-2024-40111 affects Automad version 2.0.0-alpha.4 and earlier.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-40111?

The impact of CVE-2024-40111 allows attackers to inject and execute malicious JavaScript code in the user's browser.

5

Is there a way to mitigate CVE-2024-40111 if I cannot update immediately?

If unable to update, consider implementing input validation and sanitization to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2024-40111.

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