CVE-2023-2425: simple_student_information_system_project simple_student_information_system Cross-site Scripting

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2023-2425 is a medium (CVSS 4.8) Cross-site Scripting vulnerability in simple_student_information_system_project simple_student_information_system. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 45.8% of scored vulnerabilities. 1 public exploit is recorded.

Timeline

1. 29-04-2023
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 02-08-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Simple Student Information System 1.0. It has been classified as problematic. This affects an unknown part of the file /classes/Master.php?f=save_course of the component Add New Course. The manipulation of the argument name with the input <script>alert(document.cookie)</script> leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-227751.

• CWE-79Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.