Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Serendipity by Serendipity Team
CVE-2016-10737

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

S9y

Status
Serendipity
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 January 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2016-10737?

The vulnerability in Serendipity 2.0.4 allows an attacker to exploit cross-site scripting via the 'serendipity[body]' parameter in 'serendipity_admin.php'. By injecting malicious scripts, an attacker can execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of a user’s session. This could lead to unauthorized actions or data theft, highlighting the need for prompt updates and security measures.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-10737 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40650
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

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