Cross Site Scripting Vulnerability Discovered in SourceCodester Interactive Map
CVE-2024-8151

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Interactive Map With Marker
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 August 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability exists in SourceCodester's Interactive Map with Marker version 1.0, specifically in the delete-mark.php file. This security issue arises from improper handling of user input within the application. By manipulating the 'mark' argument, it is possible for attackers to execute cross site scripting (XSS) attacks remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed, raising concerns for users of this application who may be at risk of unauthorized data exposure or malicious actions executed within the user's browser.

Affected Version(s)

Interactive Map with Marker 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.

CVE-2024-8151 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.275739
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.275739
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.397570
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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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

jadu101 (VulDB User)
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