vendor:
Helma
by:
Unknown
4.3
CVSS
MEDIUM
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
79
CWE
Product Name: Helma
Affected Version From: Helma 1.5.3
Affected Version To: Unknown
Patch Exists: NO
Related CWE:
CPE: a:helma:helma:1.5.3
Platforms Tested: Unknown
Unknown
Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Helma
The Helma application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input, leading to a cross-site scripting vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary script code in the browser of an unsuspecting user, potentially stealing authentication credentials and launching further attacks.
Mitigation:
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply proper input validation and sanitization techniques to user-supplied data. Additionally, implementing content security policies (CSP) can help prevent XSS attacks.