CVE-2023-39612
CRITICALCVSS 9/10EPSS 0.73%
Last modified
CVE-2023-39612 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9/10 on the CVSS scale. A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges to Administrator via user interaction with a crafted HTML file or URL.. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges to Administrator via user interaction with a crafted HTML file or URL.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Filebrowser | Filebrowser | < 2.25.0 |
References
- https://febin0x4e4a.wordpress.com/2023/09/15/xss-in-filebrowser-leads-to-admin-account-takeover-in-filebrowser/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser/issues/2570Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://febin0x4e4a.wordpress.com/2023/09/15/xss-in-filebrowser-leads-to-admin-account-takeover-in-filebrowser/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser/issues/2570Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-39612?
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in FileBrowser before v2.23.0 allows an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges to Administrator via user interaction with a crafted HTML file or URL.
How severe is CVE-2023-39612?
CVE-2023-39612 has a CVSS score of 9/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-39612?
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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