Vulnerability Description
The page module in TYPO3 before 8.7.11, and 9.1.0, has XSS via $GLOBALS['TYPO3_CONF_VARS']['SYS']['sitename'], as demonstrated by an admin entering a crafted site name during the installation process.
CVSS Score
4.8
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Typo3 | Typo3 | < 8.7.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040755Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://forge.typo3.org/issues/84191PatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/pradeepjairamani/TYPO3-XSS-POCExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040755Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://forge.typo3.org/issues/84191PatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/pradeepjairamani/TYPO3-XSS-POCExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6905?
CVE-2018-6905 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). The page module in TYPO3 before 8.7.11, and 9.1.0, has XSS via $GLOBALS['TYPO3_CONF_VARS']['SYS']['sitename'], as demonstrated by an admin entering a crafted site name during the installation process.
How severe is CVE-2018-6905?
CVE-2018-6905 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-6905?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Typo3 Typo3.