Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Open Journal Systems by PKP
CVE-2022-26616

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Public Knowledge Project

Status
Open Journal Systems
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 April 2022

What is CVE-2022-26616?

The vulnerability allows attackers to conduct reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks in Open Journal Systems, versions 2.4.8 to 3.3.8. By manipulating HTTP headers, malicious actors can inject arbitrary scripts that may execute in the context of an unsuspecting user's session, potentially compromising sensitive information and user security. This vulnerability emphasizes the importance of robust input validation and sanitization in web applications.

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References

https://github.com/pkp/pkp-lib/issues/7649
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https://forum.pkp.sfu.ca/t/ojs-omp-ops-3-3-0-9-released/7...
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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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