CVE-2025-9773
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-09-01
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| remoteclinic | remote_clinic | to 2.0 (inc) |
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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. |
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-9773 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in RemoteClinic version 2.0, specifically in the /staff/edit.php file. It occurs because the application improperly handles the 'Last Name' parameter, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the victim's browser. This happens due to lack of proper input validation and output encoding, enabling remote attackers to exploit the flaw without authentication. [1, 2, 3]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to theft of cookies, session tokens, and other sensitive information. Attackers can perform unauthorized actions on behalf of the victim, deface webpages, redirect users to malicious sites, and potentially gain full control over the victim's browser. Exploitation does not require user login or authorization, making it easier for attackers to compromise user data and system integrity. [2, 3]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by identifying instances of the vulnerable endpoint /staff/edit.php on your system or network. One method is to use Google dorking with the query inurl:staff/edit.php to find potentially vulnerable targets. Additionally, testing the endpoint by sending crafted requests with malicious payloads such as <script>alert('XSS')</script> in the 'Last Name' parameter can confirm the presence of the vulnerability. For example, you can use curl to send a POST request: curl -X POST -d "Last Name=<script>alert('XSS')</script>&desc=111&upload=upload" http://<target>/staff/edit.php?id=15 and observe if the script executes or is reflected in the response without proper encoding. [1, 2]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include: 1) Implement proper output encoding of user inputs based on context (HTML, JavaScript, CSS, URL) to prevent execution of injected scripts. 2) Enforce strict input validation and filtering to accept only expected input formats and sanitize or reject malicious content such as script tags. 3) Deploy a strict Content Security Policy (CSP) to restrict sources of executable scripts and block unauthorized inline and external scripts. 4) Set HttpOnly and Secure flags on sensitive cookies to prevent access via JavaScript and ensure secure transmission. 5) Conduct regular security audits and code reviews to detect and remediate XSS and other vulnerabilities promptly. Considering replacing the affected product is also suggested due to the lack of known mitigations. [2, 1]