CVE-2023-27293
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CVE-2023-27293 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper neutralization of input during web page generation allows an unauthenticated attacker to submit malicious Javascript as the answer to a questionnaire which would then be executed when an authenticated user reviews the candidate's submission. This could be used to steal other users’ cookies and force users to make actions without their knowledge.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation allows an unauthenticated attacker to submit malicious Javascript as the answer to a questionnaire which would then be executed when an authenticated user reviews the candidate's submission. This could be used to steal other users’ cookies and force users to make actions without their knowledge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Opencats | Opencats | 0.9.6 |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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