CVE-2017-1000058 : Security Advisory and Response

Chevereto CMS versions prior to 3.8.11 have two instances of stored XSS vulnerabilities, one in the user profile and the other in the Exif data parser.

Understanding CVE-2017-1000058

This CVE identifies stored XSS vulnerabilities in Chevereto CMS versions before 3.8.11.

What is CVE-2017-1000058?

Stored XSS vulnerabilities in Chevereto CMS versions prior to 3.8.11 allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into user profiles and Exif data, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1000058

These vulnerabilities can be exploited by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code, steal sensitive information, or perform unauthorized actions on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1000058

Chevereto CMS versions before 3.8.11 are susceptible to stored XSS vulnerabilities.

Vulnerability Description

Two instances of stored XSS vulnerabilities exist in Chevereto CMS: one in the user profile and another in the Exif data parser.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Chevereto CMS
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: All versions prior to 3.8.11

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities by injecting malicious scripts into user profiles or manipulating Exif data, leading to the execution of unauthorized code.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2017-1000058, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Chevereto CMS to version 3.8.11 or later to patch the vulnerabilities.
Regularly monitor and review user profiles and uploaded Exif data for suspicious content.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent XSS attacks.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Chevereto CMS.