CVE-2024-56923: XSS

Published Jan 22, 2025
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Updated

Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in the Categorization Option of My Subscriptions Functionality in Silverpeas Core 6.3.1 <= 6.4.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code. This is achieved by injecting a malicious payload into the Name field of a subscription. The attack can lead to session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized actions when an admin user views the affected subscription.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Silverpeas Core
maven/org.silverpeas.core:silverpeas-core>=6.3.1<6.4.2
6.4.2
Silverpeas Silverpeas>=6.3.1<6.4.2

Event History

Jan 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:30 PM
Data Sourced
via GitHub·09:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56923?

CVE-2024-56923 is classified as a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability, which can have a significant impact on security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56923?

To remediate CVE-2024-56923, upgrade Silverpeas Core to version 6.4.2 or later.

3

What causes CVE-2024-56923?

CVE-2024-56923 is caused by the ability to inject malicious JavaScript code through the Name field in the My Subscriptions functionality.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-56923?

CVE-2024-56923 affects all versions of Silverpeas Core from 6.3.1 up to and including 6.4.1.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-56923?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2024-56923 can execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of the user's browser.

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