CVE-2024-56507: Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in LinkAce
LinkAce is a self-hosted archive to collect links of your favorite websites. Prior to 1.15.6, a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the LinkAce. This issue occurs in the "URL" field of the "Edit Link" module, where user input is not properly sanitized or encoded before being reflected in the HTML response. This allows attackers to inject and execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim’s browser, leading to potential session hijacking, data theft, and unauthorized actions. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.15.6.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56507?
CVE-2024-56507 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56507?
To fix CVE-2024-56507, update LinkAce to version 1.15.6 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What does CVE-2024-56507 affect?
CVE-2024-56507 affects LinkAce versions prior to 1.15.6 specifically in the "Edit Link" module of the application.
What is a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in CVE-2024-56507?
A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages that are then executed in the user's browser.
Is user input properly sanitized in versions prior to 1.15.6 regarding CVE-2024-56507?
No, in versions prior to 1.15.6, user input in the "URL" field of the "Edit Link" module is not properly sanitized, leading to security risks.