CVE-2021-27442CWE-79

Weintek EasyWeb cMT Cross-site Scripting

Critical · published May 16, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.4
EPSS
1%
Percentile
59.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated attacker can inject JavaScript into Weintek's cMT product line — just a few keystrokes could let them hijack your system! 🔥 Think of it like a chef sneaking a harmful ingredient into a dish that everyone at the restaurant will taste. If no one checks the prep area, that malicious code can spread like a bad rumor! This cross-site scripting vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of users' browsers. As a result, they could steal sensitive information, manipulate user sessions, or even deface your site! The potential damage is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a chef sneaking a harmful ingredient into a dish that everyone at the restaurant will taste. If no one checks the prep area, that malicious code can spread like a bad rumor! CVE-2021-27442 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Weintek's cMT products, allowing remote attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code without any authentication.

What to do

This cross-site scripting vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of users' browsers. As a result, they could steal sensitive information, manipulate user sessions, or even deface your site! The potential damage is absolutely devastating! Immediate action is crucial! Update your Weintek cMT software to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, implement input validation to prevent injection attacks and consider conducting security training for users. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll not only secure your systems but also earn your badge as a security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.4 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00920 · 59.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-79 · Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Published
2022-05-16T17:13Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAY 17:13Z
    Weintek EasyWeb cMT Cross-site Scripting
    cvelistv5