Cross Site Scripting in CMS Made Simple by Simple Scripts
CVE-2023-43354

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
20 October 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A Cross Site Scripting vulnerability exists in CMS Made Simple version 2.2.18. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary scripts through the Profiles parameter in the MicroTiny WYSIWYG editor component. By exploiting this weakness, adversaries can potentially manipulate user interactions or compromise system integrity.

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.

References

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

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

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