CVE-2024-29217

Apache Answer: XSS vulnerability when changing personal website

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Apache Answer.This issue affects Apache Answer: before 1.3.0. XSS attack when user changes personal website. A logged-in user, when modifying their personal website, can input malicious code in the website to create such an attack. Users are recommended to upgrade to version [1.3.0], which fixes the issue.

References

Link	Tags
https://lists.apache.org/thread/nc0g1borr0d3wx25jm39pn7nyf268n0x	vendor advisory mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/04/19/1	mailing list third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-29217?: CVE-2024-29217 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-29217?: To fix CVE-2024-29217, 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-2024-29217 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-29217 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-2024-29217?: CVE-2024-29217 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Answer.

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Description

Category

CWE-79 – Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')

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