Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities in FreshRSS by FreshRSS
CVE-2018-19782

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freshrss

Status
Freshrss
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 January 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-19782?

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities exist in FreshRSS version 1.11.1, allowing remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML. These vulnerabilities affect GET requests that utilize the parameters (1) c and (2) a, potentially leading to unauthorized access and web application compromise. Mitigating these risks is crucial for maintaining a secure environment.

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-2018-19782 - Proof of Concept

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/3
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45954/
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150608/FreshRSS-1.11...
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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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