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The CVE-2024-33424 describes a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability present in CMSimple v5.15. This vulnerability enables malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML by injecting a specially crafted payload into the Downloads parameter within the Language section of the CMSimple application.
Overview
This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML code into the CMSimple application, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or other malicious activities. The affected version is CMSimple v5.15.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users of CMSimple v5.15 are advised to update to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability. Additionally, users should validate and sanitize input data to prevent malicious script injection. Regular security audits and monitoring can help detect and mitigate similar vulnerabilities in the future.
References
- CVE-2024-33424: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-33424
- GitHub Advisory: https://github.com/adiapera/xss_language_cmsimple_5.15
- 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.
- 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
