CVE-2024-41959: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) via API Logs in mailcow: dockerized

Published Aug 5, 2024
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Updated

mailcow: dockerized is an open source groupware/email suite based on docker. An unauthenticated attacker can inject a JavaScript payload into the API logs. This payload is executed whenever the API logs page is viewed, potentially allowing an attacker to run malicious scripts in the context of the user's browser. This could lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or further exploitation of the affected system. This issue has been addressed in the 2024-07 release. All users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Mailcow Mailcow\<2024-07

Event History

Aug 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-41959?

CVE-2024-41959 is considered high severity due to the potential for script injection by an unauthenticated attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-41959?

To fix CVE-2024-41959, upgrade mailcow: dockerized to a version later than 2024-07.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-41959?

CVE-2024-41959 affects all versions of mailcow: dockerized before the 2024-07 update.

4

What type of attack can be conducted using CVE-2024-41959?

An attacker can inject a JavaScript payload that executes when the API logs page is viewed.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-41959?

No, CVE-2024-41959 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker.

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