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The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-9599 exists in the filemanager component of b2evolution versions prior to 5.2.1. This vulnerability enables malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary web script or HTML code within the context of the affected web application, potentially leading to various security risks such as data theft, unauthorized access, and manipulation of content.
Overview
This vulnerability in b2evolution allows attackers to exploit the filemanager functionality by injecting malicious code via the fm_filter parameter in the admin.php script. By leveraging this vulnerability, an attacker can execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user's session, potentially compromising the confidentiality and integrity of the application's data.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, users are advised to update their b2evolution installations to version 5.2.1 or later, where the security issue has been patched. By upgrading to the latest version, organizations can mitigate the risk of XSS attacks through the filemanager component and ensure the overall security of their web application.
References
- CVE-2014-9599: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2014-9599
- Vendor Patch: http://b2evolution.net/downloads/5-2-1-stable
- Advisory Details: http://sroesemann.blogspot.de/2014/12/sroeadv-2014-09.html
- Full Disclosure Report: http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Jan/48
- Security Focus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72052
- IBM X-Force Advisory: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99891
- Packet Storm Security Advisory: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/129940/CMS-b2evolution-5.2.0-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
