Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Backdrop CMS by Backdrop
CVE-2022-42095

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Backdropcms

Status
Backdrop Cms
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 November 2022

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-42095?

A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in Backdrop CMS version 1.23.0. This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into page content, compromising the integrity of the application and potentially affecting users by executing unauthorized code within their browsers. It's crucial for users of this version to address the issue by applying relevant security patches and updates to safeguard their web applications.

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-2022-42095
Created by bypazs

References

https://github.com/backdrop/backdrop/releases/tag/1.23.0
https://backdropcms.org
https://grimthereaperteam.medium.com/declined-backdrop-xs...

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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

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