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A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in the admin page of [Telop01] free edition version 1.0.1 and earlier. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts through unspecified vectors. When successfully exploited, attackers can execute malicious JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or other client-side attacks.
Overview
The vulnerability (CVE-2021-20724) affects the admin page of [Telop01] free edition version 1.0.1 and earlier. This is classified as a CWE-79 vulnerability, which is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue. The vulnerability occurs when user input is not properly sanitized before being reflected back to users in the admin interface. When an administrator accesses a specially crafted URL or inputs malicious data that gets reflected in the response, the injected script executes in the administrator's browser with their privileges. This could allow attackers to perform unauthorized actions, steal sensitive information, or compromise the administrator's account.
Remediation
- Update to the latest version of [Telop01] if a patched version is available.
- Implement proper input validation and output encoding for all user-supplied data.
- Consider implementing Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to mitigate the impact of XSS vulnerabilities.
- Regularly audit admin pages for security vulnerabilities, especially those that process user input.
- If updates are not available, consider restricting access to the admin interface through network controls or implementing additional authentication mechanisms.
- Monitor for suspicious activities that might indicate exploitation attempts.
References
- JPCERT Coordination Center Advisory: https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN53910556/index.html
- Product Information: https://www.php-factory.net/telop/01.php
- CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting'): https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/79.html
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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.
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- ConstructionConstruction
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- 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
