Vulnerability Description
GeoServer is an open source software server written in Java that allows users to share and edit geospatial data. A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in versions prior to 2.23.3 and 2.24.0 that enables an authenticated administrator with workspace-level privileges to store a JavaScript payload in uploaded style/legend resources that will execute in the context of another administrator's browser when viewed in the REST Resources API. Access to the REST Resources API is limited to full administrators by default and granting non-administrators access to this endpoint should be carefully considered as it may allow access to files containing sensitive information. Versions 2.23.3 and 2.24.0 contain a patch for this issue.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Geoserver | Geoserver | < 2.23.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/commit/7db985738ff2422019ccac974cf547bae5Patch
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/pull/7161Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/security/advisories/GHSA-fh7p-5f6g-vj2wExploitVendor Advisory
- https://osgeo-org.atlassian.net/browse/GEOS-11148Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/commit/7db985738ff2422019ccac974cf547bae5Patch
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/pull/7161Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/geoserver/geoserver/security/advisories/GHSA-fh7p-5f6g-vj2wExploitVendor Advisory
- https://osgeo-org.atlassian.net/browse/GEOS-11148Issue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-51445?
CVE-2023-51445 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). GeoServer is an open source software server written in Java that allows users to share and edit geospatial data. A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in versions prior to 2.23.3 an...
How severe is CVE-2023-51445?
CVE-2023-51445 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-2023-51445?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Geoserver Geoserver.