Vulnerability Description
In Metinfo 6.1.3, include/interface/applogin.php allows setting arbitrary HTTP headers (including the Cookie header), and common.inc.php allows registering variables from the $_COOKIE value. This issue can, for example, be exploited in conjunction with CVE-2018-19835 to bypass many XSS filters such as the Chrome XSS filter.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Metinfo | Metinfo | 6.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/imagemlt/metinfo/tree/master/reflected_xss_bypass_chromeExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/imagemlt/metinfo/tree/master/reflected_xss_bypass_chromeExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-19836?
CVE-2018-19836 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). In Metinfo 6.1.3, include/interface/applogin.php allows setting arbitrary HTTP headers (including the Cookie header), and common.inc.php allows registering variables from the $_COOKIE value. This issu...
How severe is CVE-2018-19836?
CVE-2018-19836 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-19836?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Metinfo Metinfo.