CVE-2023-36816

Public Exploit
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) at Account creation in 2FAuth

Description

2FA is a Web app to manage Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) accounts and generate their security codes. Cross site scripting (XSS) injection can be done via the account/service field. This was tested in docker-compose environment. This vulnerability has been patched in version 4.0.3.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.43%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: Bubka 2FAuth
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/Bubka/2FAuth/security/advisories/GHSA-cwhq-2mcq-pp9q vendor advisory exploit
https://github.com/Bubka/2FAuth/releases/tag/v4.0.3 release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36816?
CVE-2023-36816 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-36816?
To fix CVE-2023-36816, 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-2023-36816 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-36816 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-2023-36816?
CVE-2023-36816 affects Bubka 2FAuth.
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