CVE-2024-52943: XSS
First published: Mon Nov 18 2024(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Veritas Enterprise Vault before 15.1 UPD882911, ZDI-CAN-24697. It allows an authenticated remote attacker to inject a parameter into an HTTP request, allowing for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) while viewing archived content. This could reflect back to an authenticated user without sanitization if executed by that user.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Enterprise Vault | <15.1 UPD882911 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-52943?
CVE-2024-52943 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to exploit cross-site scripting in authenticated sessions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-52943?
To fix CVE-2024-52943, update Veritas Enterprise Vault to version 15.1 UPD882912 or later to mitigate the XSS vulnerability.
What kind of attack does CVE-2024-52943 allow?
CVE-2024-52943 allows an authenticated remote attacker to perform Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks via specially crafted HTTP requests.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-52943?
CVE-2024-52943 affects users of Veritas Enterprise Vault versions prior to 15.1 UPD882911.
What are the consequences of CVE-2024-52943 exploitation?
The exploitation of CVE-2024-52943 can lead to unauthorized script execution within the context of an authenticated user session, compromising user data.
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