CVE-2021-47917 — MEDIUM (6.4)

Vulnerability Description

Simple CMS 2.1 contains a persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability in user input parameters that allows remote attackers to inject malicious script code. Attackers can exploit the newUser and editUser modules to inject persistent scripts that execute on user list preview, potentially leading to session hijacking and application manipulation.

CVSS Score

6.4

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Simplephpscripts	Simple Cms Php	2.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-79

References

https://simplephpscripts.com/simple-cms-phpProduct
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/simple-cms-persistent-cross-site-scripting-Third Party Advisory
https://www.vulnerability-lab.com/get_content.php?id=2302ExploitThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-47917?

CVE-2021-47917 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Simple CMS 2.1 contains a persistent cross-site scripting vulnerability in user input parameters that allows remote attackers to inject malicious script code. Attackers can exploit the newUser and edi...

How severe is CVE-2021-47917?

CVE-2021-47917 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-47917?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simplephpscripts Simple Cms Php.