CVE-2024-8142

Summary

CVE-2024-8142 is a vulnerability identified in the SourceCodester Daily Calories Monitoring Tool version 1.0, specifically affecting the /endpoint/delete-calorie.php file, which allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) due to improper input handling. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely by manipulating the calorie argument, posing a medium-level security risk with a CVSS base score of 5.4. Organizations using this tool may face threats to their data integrity and potential unauthorized access if not remediated. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended that users sanitize inputs and implement proper validation mechanisms to ensure secure code practices. The exploit details are publicly accessible, increasing the urgency for affected organizations to address this issue promptly.

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