Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in SystemSettings.php
CVE-2024-3377

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
6 April 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the SourceCodester Computer Laboratory Management System that enables remote attackers to inject malicious scripts via the 'name' argument during the update settings process. This cross-site scripting issue allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the user’s session, potentially compromising sensitive information and enabling unauthorized actions. The affected script is located at /classes/SystemSettings.php?f=update_settings, and the exploit has been publicly disclosed, highlighting the importance of immediate remediation to protect user data from potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Computer Laboratory Management System 1.0

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:
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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

SoSPiro (VulDB User)
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