CVE-2020-15538 : Security Advisory and Response

XSS can occur in We-com Municipality portal CMS 2.1.x via the cerca/ search bar.

Understanding CVE-2020-15538

XSS vulnerability in We-com Municipality portal CMS 2.1.x.

What is CVE-2020-15538?

This CVE refers to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that can be exploited in We-com Municipality portal CMS version 2.1.x through the cerca/ search bar.

The Impact of CVE-2020-15538

Attackers can inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, leading to potential data theft or unauthorized actions.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-15538

XSS vulnerability in We-com Municipality portal CMS 2.1.x.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of an unsuspecting user's session on the affected CMS platform.

Affected Systems and Versions

We-com Municipality portal CMS version 2.1.x

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts through the cerca/ search bar, potentially affecting users interacting with the search functionality.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-15538 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the search functionality or input validation on the cerca/ search bar.
Implement proper input sanitization to filter out potentially malicious scripts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update the CMS to the latest version to patch known vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe browsing practices to minimize the risk of XSS attacks.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by the CMS vendor to fix the XSS vulnerability in We-com Municipality portal CMS 2.1.x.