CVE-2020-25877 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-25877, a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw in BlackCat CMS 1.3.6 allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
BlackCat CMS 1.3.6 'Add Page' Feature Stored XSS Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2020-25877
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in BlackCat CMS 1.3.6 allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
What is CVE-2020-25877?
This CVE refers to a security flaw in the 'Add Page' feature of BlackCat CMS 1.3.6 that enables attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML code through the 'Title' parameter.
The Impact of CVE-2020-25877
The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML, potentially leading to unauthorized actions on the affected system.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-25877
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in the 'Add Page' feature of BlackCat CMS 1.3.6 allows for the insertion of crafted payloads in the 'Title' parameter, leading to stored cross-site scripting attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: BlackCat CMS 1.3.6
- Vendor: BlackCat Development
- Version: All versions prior to the patched release
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with authenticated access can input specially crafted payloads into the 'Title' parameter, triggering the execution of malicious scripts or HTML.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update BlackCat CMS to the latest patched version.
- Avoid inputting untrusted data into the 'Title' parameter.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit user inputs and system logs.
- Educate users on safe data handling practices to prevent XSS attacks.
Patching and Updates
Apply security patches and updates provided by BlackCat Development to address the vulnerability.