CVE-2023-54364
Reflected XSS in Joomla HikaShop 4.7.4 Enables Credential Theft
Publication date: 2026-04-09
Last updated on: 2026-04-09
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| joomla | hikashop | 4.7.4 |
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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?
Joomla HikaShop version 4.7.4 contains a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This vulnerability allows attackers who are not authenticated to inject malicious scripts by manipulating certain GET parameters in the product filter endpoint.
Specifically, attackers can craft malicious URLs with XSS payloads in parameters such as from_option, from_ctrl, from_task, or from_itemid. When a victim clicks on such a malicious link, the injected script can execute in their browser.
This can lead to theft of session tokens or login credentials, compromising the victim's account security.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to steal your session tokens or login credentials if you visit a maliciously crafted URL exploiting this XSS flaw.
Such theft can lead to unauthorized access to your account, potentially resulting in data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or unauthorized actions performed on your behalf.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The vulnerability in Joomla HikaShop 4.7.4 is a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) issue that allows attackers to steal session tokens or login credentials by injecting malicious scripts. This type of vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to user data, which may impact compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA that require safeguarding personal and sensitive information.
Specifically, if attackers exploit this vulnerability to access or steal personal data, it could result in violations of confidentiality and integrity requirements mandated by these standards. Organizations using the affected software might face increased risk of data breaches, which could lead to regulatory penalties and loss of trust.