Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in DotCMS Admin Panel
CVE-2020-35274

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Dotcms

Status
Dotcms
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 December 2020

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-35274?

The vulnerability in DotCMS allows for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) through the Add Template feature in the admin panel Version 20.11. Attackers can exploit this flaw to execute malicious scripts in the context of users' browsers. This can lead to unauthorized access, theft of sensitive cookies, and manipulation of web applications, potentially compromising the integrity and security of the affected system.

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-2020-35274 - Proof of Concept

References

http://dotcms.com
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49168
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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