CVE-2024-46240:CVE-2024-46240 is a Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Collabtive 3.1 via certain parameters in the admin.php file.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-46240 affects Collabtive version 3.1, allowing for Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through specific parameters in the admin.php file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of the user or theft of sensitive information.

Overview

This CVE describes a Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Collabtive version 3.1, specifically targeting the name parameter under action=system and the company/contact parameters under action=addcust within the admin.php file. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS base score of 4.8, indicating a medium severity issue with a required high level of privileges for exploitation.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update Collabtive to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability. Users of Collabtive 3.1 should apply the necessary security updates provided by the vendor to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users can implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks in web applications.

References

  1. CVE-2024-46240 Details: CVE-2024-46240
  2. GitHub Reference for Vulnerability Details: GitHub - Collabtive Stored XSS
  3. CISA ADP Vulnrichment Information: CISA ADP Vulnrichment

Industry ExposureMost to least
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.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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