CVE-2024-40740
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2024-40740 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in netbox v4.0.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter at /dcim/power-feeds/{id}/edit/.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in netbox v4.0.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter at /dcim/power-feeds/{id}/edit/.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Netbox | Netbox | 4.0.3 |
References
- https://github.com/minhquan202/Vuln-NetboxExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/minhquan202/Vuln-NetboxExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-40740?
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in netbox v4.0.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter at /dcim/power-feeds/{id}/edit/.
How severe is CVE-2024-40740?
CVE-2024-40740 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40740?
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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