CVE-2024-42758
CVE-2024-42758 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the indexmenu plugin v2024-01-05 for Dokuwiki. This allows an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript code into Dokuwiki pages. Because Dokuwiki stores page content in .txt files, the injected XSS payload is persistently stored, resulting in a stored XSS vulnerability. The SVRS score of 30 indicates a moderate risk, suggesting that while the vulnerability is present, immediate action may not be critical but should be addressed promptly. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, session hijacking, or defacement of the Dokuwiki site. Although the CVSS score is 0, the presence of stored XSS presents a significant security concern for any Dokuwiki installation using the affected indexmenu plugin. Users should update the plugin as soon as a patch is available to mitigate this risk.
Description
CVE-2024-42758 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 0, indicating a low severity level. However, SOCRadar's SVRS assigns it a score of 38, highlighting the potential for exploitation. This discrepancy stems from SOCRadar's integration of additional vulnerability intelligence elements, such as social media chatter, news reports, and dark web data.
Key Insights
- Active Exploitation: The vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, posing an immediate threat to organizations.
- Low CVSS Score: The CVSS score of 0 may underestimate the severity of the vulnerability, as it does not account for the broader context and potential impact.
- SVRS Score: The SVRS score of 38 indicates a moderate level of risk, warranting attention and prompt mitigation.
- Threat Actors: Specific threat actors or APT groups exploiting this vulnerability have not been identified at this time.
Mitigation Strategies
- Apply Software Updates: Install the latest software updates from the vendor to patch the vulnerability.
- Enable Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS): Configure IDS to monitor for suspicious activity and alert on potential exploitation attempts.
- Implement Network Segmentation: Divide the network into smaller segments to limit the spread of an attack if exploitation occurs.
- Educate Users: Train users on cybersecurity best practices, such as avoiding suspicious links and attachments.
Additional Information
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