CVE-2019-25397
Reflected XSS in IPFire hosts.cgi Allows Script Injection
Publication date: 2026-02-18
Last updated on: 2026-02-26
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ipfire | ipfire | 2.21 |
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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 exists in IPFire 2.21 Core Update 127 within the hosts.cgi script. It involves multiple reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) flaws that allow attackers to inject malicious scripts by submitting specially crafted POST requests. The malicious scripts can be injected through unvalidated parameters such as KEY1, IP, HOST, or DOM.
When a user interacts with the affected script, the injected JavaScript can execute in their browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data exposure.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact users by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in their browsers. This can lead to various malicious outcomes such as session hijacking, theft of sensitive information, or performing actions on behalf of the user without their consent.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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