Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in VirtueMart Plugin by VirtueMart
CVE-2018-7465

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Virtuemart

Status
Virtuemart
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 April 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-7465?

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in VirtueMart versions before 3.2.14. This issue arises due to improper handling of textareas in the backend. By inserting the string '' into any textarea and saving the product or configuration, an attacker could manipulate the content. When accessed again, the browser will execute any scripts included after the closing tag, which can lead to unauthorized actions or information theft. It's essential for users to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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-2018-7465 - Proof of Concept

References

https://imgur.com/a/Hf6JD
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44625/
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http://virtuemart.net/news/489-virtuemart-3-2-14-security...
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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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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