CVE-2025-53933
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-16
Last updated on: 2025-07-25
Assigner: GitHub, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wegia | wegia | to 3.4.5 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-79 | 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. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WeGIA web manager application, specifically in the 'adicionar_enfermidade.php' endpoint. Attackers can inject malicious scripts into the 'nome' parameter, which are then stored on the server. When users access the affected page, these scripts execute automatically, potentially compromising user security.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to attackers executing malicious scripts in the context of users visiting the affected page. This can result in theft of user credentials, session hijacking, defacement, or other malicious actions that compromise user data and security.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability can negatively impact compliance with standards like GDPR and HIPAA because it exposes user data to unauthorized access and potential breaches through malicious script execution. Organizations must address such vulnerabilities promptly to maintain compliance and protect sensitive information.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate step to mitigate this vulnerability is to upgrade the WeGIA application to version 3.4.5 or later, as this version fixes the Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the adicionar_enfermidade.php endpoint.