CVE-2018-5479

Name: CVE-2018-5479
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-15T16:29:00.19+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5479 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. FoxSash ImgHosting 1.5 (according to footer information) is vulnerable to XSS attacks. The affected function is its search engine via the search parameter to the default URI. EPSS estimates a 2.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

FoxSash ImgHosting 1.5 (according to footer information) is vulnerable to XSS attacks. The affected function is its search engine via the search parameter to the default URI. Since there is an user/admin login interface, it's possible for attackers to steal sessions of users and thus admin(s). By sending users an infected URL, code will be executed.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.11%

79.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foxsash	Imghosting	1.5

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43567/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43567/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 15, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5479?

How severe is CVE-2018-5479?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5479 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5479?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST