Description Preview
Claris FileMaker Server before version 20.3.2 was found to be vulnerable to a reflected Cross-Site Scripting issue due to an improperly handled parameter in the FileMaker WebDirect login endpoint. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's web browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft. The vulnerability was addressed in version 20.3.2 by properly escaping the HTML contents of the login error message on the login page.
Overview
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-27794 affects Claris FileMaker Server versions prior to 20.3.2. It is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that could be exploited by an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's web browser.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users of Claris FileMaker Server are advised to update their installations to version 20.3.2 or later. This version includes a fix that properly escapes the HTML contents of the login error message on the login page, mitigating the Cross-Site Scripting risk.
References
- CVE-2024-27794 Details: CVE-2024-27794
- Claris Security Advisory: Claris FileMaker Server Security Vulnerability
- Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) Details: CWE-79
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
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- 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
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- MiningMining
- 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
