Stored XSS in Ignite Realtime Openfire Affects User Data Security
CVE-2020-35201

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Igniterealtime

Status
Openfire
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 December 2020

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-35201?

Ignite Realtime Openfire version 4.6.0 is susceptible to a Stored XSS vulnerability through the 'create-bookmark.jsp' page. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into the application, which can then execute in the context of other users when they access the affected function. The exploitation of this flaw poses risks to user data and application integrity, making it essential for administrators to apply the necessary security measures.

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-2020-35201 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49234
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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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