CVE-2012-1979:Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in SyndeoCMS 3.0.01 and earlier

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The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in starnet/index.php in SyndeoCMS 3.0.01 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the email parameter (aka Email address field) in an edit_user configuration action.

Overview

This CVE describes a security vulnerability in SyndeoCMS version 3.0.01 and earlier that allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code through a Cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. The vulnerability exists in the handling of the email parameter during an edit_user configuration action, which can be exploited by attackers to inject malicious code into the application.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users of SyndeoCMS are advised to update to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to a version beyond 3.0.01 that includes a fix for the issue. Additionally, users should validate and sanitize input data to prevent XSS attacks in their applications.

References

  1. OSVDB: http://osvdb.org/80746
  2. BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52840
  3. WebApp-Security: http://www.webapp-security.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/syndeocms_3.0.01-Persistent-XSS.txt
  4. X-Force: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74545
  5. Exploit-DB: http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18686/
  6. Packet Storm Security: http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/111405/SyndeoCMS-3.0.01-Cross-Site-Scripting.html

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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