XML Injection Vulnerability in LimeSurvey by LimeSurvey
CVE-2019-16174

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Limesurvey

Status
Limesurvey
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 September 2019

What is CVE-2019-16174?

An XML injection vulnerability was identified in LimeSurvey versions prior to 3.17.14. This flaw allows remote attackers to import meticulously crafted XML files, potentially leading to code execution or degradation of data integrity. The threat poses significant risks to system security, necessitating immediate update and remediation.

References

https://www.limesurvey.org/limesurvey-updates/2188-limesu...
x_refsource_MISC
https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey/commit/5870fd103...
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2019-16174 : XML Injection Vulnerability in LimeSurvey by LimeSurvey