CVE-2023-53919
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-12-17
Last updated on: 2025-12-27
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| podcastgenerator | podcast_generator | 3.2.9 |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) issue in PodcastGenerator 3.2.9. It occurs in the Freebox content field accessible through the theme customization interface (theme_freebox.php). An attacker can inject malicious JavaScript payloads into this field, which then execute when users visit the application's home page.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers to execute malicious JavaScript in the context of the affected application. This can lead to unauthorized actions such as stealing user session data, defacing the website, or redirecting users to malicious sites, potentially compromising user security and trust.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by checking the Freebox content field in the theme customization interface (theme_freebox.php) for injected malicious JavaScript payloads. Since it is a stored XSS, inspecting the content stored in this field for suspicious scripts is key. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but manual inspection or automated scanning tools targeting the Freebox content field in PodcastGenerator 3.2.9 could be used. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include sanitizing and validating input in the Freebox content field to prevent injection of malicious scripts. Restricting access to the theme customization interface to trusted users and applying patches or updates from the vendor when available are recommended. Since the vulnerability requires low privileges and user interaction, limiting user permissions and educating users about the risk can also help mitigate exploitation. [1]