CVE-2024-8140

Summary

CVE-2024-8140 identifies a cross-site scripting vulnerability in SourceCodester Task Progress Tracker version 1.0, specifically affecting the file update-task.php. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of the argument task_name, allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts remotely. Users with low privileges and those interacting with the application are particularly at risk, as the exploit can be triggered with minimal complexity. To mitigate this risk, organizations should ensure they sanitize user inputs and apply necessary updates or patches as they become available. The potential impact includes low integrity and confidentiality risks, but it remains a medium-severity threat given its exploitability.

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