Description Preview
CVE-2024-21726 is a medium severity vulnerability that affects Joomla! CMS versions 3.7.0-3.10.14, 4.0.0-4.4.2, and 5.0.0-5.0.2. The vulnerability arises from inadequate content filtering within the filter code of the CMS, leading to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in various components. This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or control over user interactions with the web application.
Overview
The vulnerability was discovered by Stefan Schiller (Sonar) and is classified under CWE-79, which refers to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, leading to 'Cross-site Scripting'. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity level. The attack vector is network-based, and no user interaction or privileges are required to exploit the vulnerability.
Remediation
Users are advised to update their Joomla! CMS to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. As of now, there are no specific patches or workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability.
References
- Joomla Security Centre Advisory: https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/929-20240205-core-inadequate-content-filtering-within-the-filter-code.html
- Technical Description by SonarSource: https://www.sonarsource.com/blog/joomla-multiple-xss-vulnerabilities/
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.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- 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
- 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
