CVE-2024-5437

Public Exploit
SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System save_category cross site scripting

Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System 1.0. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the function save_category of the file /admin/index.php?page=categories. The manipulation of the argument name leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-266442 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com
Affected: SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.266442 vdb entry permissions required technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.266442 signature vdb entry permissions required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.345066 third party advisory vdb entry
https://github.com/pijiawei/CVE/blob/pijiawei-photo/SourceCodester%20Simple%20Online%20Bidding%20System%20XSS.md exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5437?
CVE-2024-5437 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5437?
To fix CVE-2024-5437, 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-2024-5437 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-5437 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-2024-5437?
CVE-2024-5437 affects SourceCodester Simple Online Bidding System.
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