CVE-2022-46823CWE-79

A vulnerability has been identified in Mendix SAML (Mendix 8 compatible) (All versions >= V2.3.0 < V2.3.4), Mendix SAML (Mendix 9 compatible, New Track) (All…

Critical · published January 10, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
40.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single malicious link is all it takes to turn users into unwitting accomplices! This vulnerability in Mendix SAML could lead to serious data loss. 🔥 Think of this XSS vulnerability like a prank caller who tricks you into sharing sensitive information by pretending to be someone you trust — incredibly sneaky and devastating! If an attacker successfully executes this reflected XSS attack, they could extract sensitive information from users, putting entire systems at risk. It’s like leaving your front door wide open with a sign inviting intruders in—absolutely catastrophic!

Put simply

Think of this XSS vulnerability like a prank caller who tricks you into sharing sensitive information by pretending to be someone you trust — incredibly sneaky and devastating! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of a user’s browser session. By crafting a specially designed link, they can trick users into executing code that steals sensitive data.

What to do

If an attacker successfully executes this reflected XSS attack, they could extract sensitive information from users, putting entire systems at risk. It’s like leaving your front door wide open with a sign inviting intruders in—absolutely catastrophic! Immediately update to Mendix SAML versions V2.3.4 or V3.3.9 for the New Track and V3.3.8 for the Upgrade Track. Implement input validation and Content Security Policy (CSP) to mitigate XSS risks. Regularly educate users on recognizing suspicious links! You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your application, and soon you'll be a security hero! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00483 · 40.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-79 · Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Published
2023-01-10T11:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 JAN 11:39Z
    A vulnerability has been identified in Mendix SAML (Mendix 8 compatible) (All versions >= V2.3.0 < V2.3.4), Mendix SAML (Mendix 9 compatible, New Track) (All…
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