CVE-2018-5411

Pixar's Tractor software, versions 2.2 and earlier, contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability

Description

Pixar's Tractor software, versions 2.2 and earlier, contain a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the field that allows a user to add a note to an existing node. The stored information is displayed when a user requests information about the node. An attacker could insert Javascript into this note field that is then saved and displayed to the end user. An attacker might include Javascript that could execute on an authenticated user's system that could lead to website redirects, session cookie hijacking, social engineering, etc. As this is stored with the information about the node, all other authenticated users with access to this data are also vulnerable.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Pixar has released an updated version of this software that mitigates this vulnerability, Tractor version 2.3 (build 1923604). Affected users should update to this version.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.28%
Third-Party Advisory cert.org Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com
Affected: Pixar Tractor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106209 third party advisory vdb entry
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/756913/ third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5411?
CVE-2018-5411 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-5411?
To fix CVE-2018-5411: Pixar has released an updated version of this software that mitigates this vulnerability, Tractor version 2.3 (build 1923604). Affected users should update to this version.
Is CVE-2018-5411 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-5411 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-5411?
CVE-2018-5411 affects Pixar Tractor.
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