Reflected XSS Vulnerability in Nagios Log Server by Nagios
CVE-2019-15898

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Nagios

Status
Log Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 September 2019

What is CVE-2019-15898?

The Nagios Log Server is vulnerable to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack that occurs during user authentication. Specifically, an attacker can manipulate the username input on the Login page, potentially allowing malicious scripts to be executed in the context of the user's session. This vulnerability affects all versions prior to 2.0.8, underscoring the necessity for prompt updates to safeguard against potential exploits.

References

https://github.com/lucaottoni/reflectedxss_nagios/blob/ma...
x_refsource_MISC
https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-log-server/change...
x_refsource_MISC

EPSS Score

7% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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