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CVE-2021-4303

2.0 · LOW

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in shannah Xataface up to 2.x.

Published Jan 5, 2023CWE-79EPSS 0.51%

Overview

CVE-2021-4303 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 5, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.0 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.0, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in shannah Xataface up to 2.x. Affected by this issue is the function testftp of the file install/install_form.js.php of the component Installer. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. The attack may be launched remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation is known to be difficult. Upgrading to version 3.0.0 is able to address this issue. The patch is identified as 94143a4299e386f33bf582139cd4702571d93bde. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. VDB-217442 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: Installer is disabled by default.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-4303?

CVE-2021-4303 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 5, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.0 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2021-4303?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 2.0, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-4303?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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