CVE-2024-42898
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.57%
Last modified
CVE-2024-42898 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nagios XI 2024R1.1.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter in the Account Settings page.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nagios XI 2024R1.1.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter in the Account Settings page.
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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nagios | Nagios Xi | 2024 | R1.1.4 |
References
- https://github.com/simalamuel/Research/tree/main/CVE-2024-42898Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.nagios.com/products/security/Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/simalamuel/Research/tree/main/CVE-2024-42898Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-42898?
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Nagios XI 2024R1.1.4 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the Name parameter in the Account Settings page.
How severe is CVE-2024-42898?
CVE-2024-42898 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42898?
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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