CVE-2023-40982
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2023-40982 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Webmin v2.100 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the cloned module name parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Webmin v2.100 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the cloned module name parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Webmin | Webmin | 2.100 |
References
- http://webmin.comProduct
- https://github.com/Vi39/Webmin-2.100/blob/main/CVE-2023-40982Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://webmin.comProduct
- https://github.com/Vi39/Webmin-2.100/blob/main/CVE-2023-40982Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-40982?
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Webmin v2.100 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the cloned module name parameter.
How severe is CVE-2023-40982?
CVE-2023-40982 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40982?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2023-40982?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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