CVE-2024-42699
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2024-42699 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Create/Modify article function in Alkacon OpenCMS 17.0 allows remote attacker to inject javascript payload via image title sub-field in the image field. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Create/Modify article function in Alkacon OpenCMS 17.0 allows remote attacker to inject javascript payload via image title sub-field in the image field
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Alkacon | Opencms | 17.0.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Sidd545-cr/CVE/blob/main/CVE-2024-42699%20-%20Stored%20XSS%20in%20image%20title.pdfExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-42699?
Cross Site Scripting vulnerability in Create/Modify article function in Alkacon OpenCMS 17.0 allows remote attacker to inject javascript payload via image title sub-field in the image field
How severe is CVE-2024-42699?
CVE-2024-42699 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42699?
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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