SourceCodester QR Code Bookmark System Vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
CVE-2024-8153

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
25 August 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability exists within the SourceCodester QR Code Bookmark System that compromises the /endpoint/delete-bookmark.php file, leading to potential cross site scripting (XSS) attacks. This issue arises from improper handling of user-supplied input, allowing malicious actors to manipulate the 'bookmark' argument in a way that can execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected web application. The exploitation of this vulnerability can occur remotely, posing significant risks to users and their data. Publicly disclosed, this XSS vulnerability emphasizes the need for immediate remediation to protect both the application and its users.

Affected Version(s)

QR Code Bookmark 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:
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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