CVE-2023-3005

Public Exploit
SourceCodester Local Service Search Engine Management System POST Parameter cross site scripting

Description

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in SourceCodester Local Service Search Engine Management System 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin/ajax.php?action=save_area of the component POST Parameter Handler. The manipulation of the argument area with the input <script>alert(document.cookie)</script> leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-230349 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Category

3.5
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: SourceCodester Local Service Search Engine Management System
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.230349 permissions required vdb entry third party advisory technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.230349 permissions required signature vdb entry third party advisory
https://github.com/sikii7/CVE/blob/main/XSS.md exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3005?
CVE-2023-3005 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-3005?
To fix CVE-2023-3005, 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-2023-3005 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-3005 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-3005?
CVE-2023-3005 affects SourceCodester Local Service Search Engine Management System.
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