CVE-2019-25398
Cross-Site Scripting in IPFire ovpnmain.cgi Enables Admin Browser Attack
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 ovpnmain.cgi script. It involves multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) flaws that allow attackers to inject malicious scripts through various VPN configuration parameters.
Attackers can send POST requests containing script payloads in parameters such as VPN_IP, DMTU, ccdname, ccdsubnet, DOVPN_SUBNET, DHCP_DOMAIN, DHCP_DNS, DHCP_WINS, ROUTES_PUSH, FRAGMENT, KEEPALIVE_1, and KEEPALIVE_2. This enables them to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the browsers of administrators who access the affected interface.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to the execution of arbitrary JavaScript in administrator browsers, potentially allowing attackers to hijack administrator sessions, steal sensitive information, or perform unauthorized actions within the administrative interface.
Since the attack targets administrator browsers, it can compromise the security and integrity of the VPN configuration and management, leading to further exploitation or disruption of network security.
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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