vendor:
Web Auction
by:
5.5
CVSS
MEDIUM
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
79
CWE
Product Name: Web Auction
Affected Version From: 2000.3.6
Affected Version To: 2000.3.6
Patch Exists: NO
Related CWE:
CPE:
Platforms Tested:
Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Web Auction
The Web Auction application fails to properly sanitize user-supplied data, leading to a cross-site scripting vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary script code in the browser of a victim user, potentially allowing them to steal authentication credentials and launch further attacks.
Mitigation:
To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to implement proper input validation and output encoding to prevent the execution of malicious scripts. Additionally, keeping the application up-to-date with security patches and updates is advised.