XSS Vulnerability in Bootstrap Affects Web Applications
CVE-2018-14040

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Debian
Status
Debian Linux
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

Bootstrap versions prior to 4.1.2 face a significant XSS vulnerability due to improper handling of the collapse data-parent attribute. Attackers can exploit this flaw by injecting malicious scripts into web applications that utilize these vulnerable versions, leading to potential data theft or unauthorized actions on behalf of users. It is crucial for developers and system administrators to update their Bootstrap frameworks to the latest version to mitigate this risk and ensure secure web application functionality.

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.

https-nj.gov---CVE-2018-14040
Created by Snorlyd

References

https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/08/msg0...
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https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/May/18
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http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2019/May/11
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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