CVE-2023-28017

HCL Connections is vulnerable to cross-site scripting

Description

HCL Connections is vulnerable to a cross-site scripting attack where an attacker may leverage this issue to execute arbitrary script code in the browser of an unsuspecting user after visiting the vulnerable URL which leads to executing malicious script code. This may let the attacker steal cookie-based authentication credentials and comprise a user's account then launch other attacks.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.78% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory hcltechsw.com
Affected: HCL Software HCL Connections
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0108264 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28017?
CVE-2023-28017 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-28017?
To fix CVE-2023-28017, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-28017 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-28017 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-28017?
CVE-2023-28017 affects HCL Software HCL Connections.
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