CVE-2024-5888: Stored XSS in Rest Services API for a Toolbox published as GP Service

Published Mar 3, 2025
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Updated

There is a stored Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in ArcGIS Server for versions 10.9.1 – 11.3 that may allow a remote, authenticated attacker to create a stored crafted link which when clicked could potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim’s browser. The privileges required to execute this attack are high, requiring publisher capabilities. The impact is low to both confidentiality and integrity while having no impact to availability.

Other sources

There is a stored Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in ArcGIS Server for versions 11.3 and below that may allow a remote, authenticated attacker to create a stored crafted link which when clicked could potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the victim’s browser. The privileges required to execute this attack are high, requiring publisher capabilities. The impact is low to both confidentiality and integrity while having no impact to availability.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected components
Esri ArcGIS Server>=10.9.1<=11.3
Esri ArcGIS Server>=10.9.1<=11.3

Event History

Mar 3, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:36 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the CVE-2024-5888 vulnerability?

CVE-2024-5888 is a stored Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in ArcGIS Server versions 10.9.1 to 11.3 that allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in victims' browsers.

2

What are the affected versions for CVE-2024-5888?

The vulnerability CVE-2024-5888 affects Esri ArcGIS Server versions 10.9.1 through 11.3.

3

How serious is the CVE-2024-5888 vulnerability?

The severity of CVE-2024-5888 is considered significant due to the potential for attackers to execute malicious scripts on victim browsers.

4

How do I remediate CVE-2024-5888?

To fix CVE-2024-5888, update your Esri ArcGIS Server to the latest patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2024-5888 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-5888 can be exploited remotely by authenticated attackers who create a malicious link.

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