CVE-2022-28508
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 4.90%
Last modified
CVE-2022-28508 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An XSS issue was discovered in browser_search_plugin.php in MantisBT before 2.25.2. Unescaped output of the return parameter allows an attacker to inject code into a hidden input field.. EPSS estimates a 4.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An XSS issue was discovered in browser_search_plugin.php in MantisBT before 2.25.2. Unescaped output of the return parameter allows an attacker to inject code into a hidden input field.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mantisbt | Mantisbt | < 2.25.2 |
References
- https://github.com/YavuzSahbaz/CVE-2022-28508/blob/main/MantisBT%202.25.2%20XSS%20vulnurabilityExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://mantisbt.org/Vendor Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/projects/mantisbt/Product, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/YavuzSahbaz/CVE-2022-28508/blob/main/MantisBT%202.25.2%20XSS%20vulnurabilityExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://mantisbt.org/Vendor Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/projects/mantisbt/Product, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28508?
An XSS issue was discovered in browser_search_plugin.php in MantisBT before 2.25.2. Unescaped output of the return parameter allows an attacker to inject code into a hidden input field.
How severe is CVE-2022-28508?
CVE-2022-28508 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28508?
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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