CVE-2022-40879
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.11%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40879 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. kkFileView v4.1.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via the parameter 'errorMsg.'. EPSS estimates a 1.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
kkFileView v4.1.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via the parameter 'errorMsg.'
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Keking | Kkfileview | 4.1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/kekingcn/kkFileView/issues/389Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/kekingcn/kkFileView/issues/389Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40879?
kkFileView v4.1.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via the parameter 'errorMsg.'
How severe is CVE-2022-40879?
CVE-2022-40879 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40879?
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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