Platform
php
Component
mycve
Fixed in
1.0.1
CVE-2024-12983 describes a problematic cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability discovered in the Hospital Management System version 1.0. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application, potentially compromising user data and system integrity. The vulnerability specifically affects the /hospital/hms/admin/manage-doctors.php file, related to the Edit Doctor Details Page. A patch is available, upgrading to version 1.0.1 resolves this issue.
Successful exploitation of CVE-2024-12983 allows an attacker to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the Hospital Management System. This can lead to a variety of malicious actions, including stealing user credentials (usernames, passwords, session cookies), redirecting users to phishing sites, and defacing the application's interface. An attacker could potentially gain access to sensitive patient data stored within the system, depending on the privileges of the affected user account. The impact is amplified if the vulnerability is exploited against administrative accounts, granting the attacker broader control over the system and its data. The remote nature of the exploit means an attacker does not need to be on the same network as the vulnerable system.
CVE-2024-12983 has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation. While the CVSS score is LOW (2.4), the ease of exploitation and potential impact on sensitive data warrant immediate attention. No KEV listing or active exploitation campaigns have been publicly reported as of the time of this writing. Public proof-of-concept code is likely to emerge given the public disclosure.
Exploit Status
EPSS
0.08% (24% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
The primary mitigation for CVE-2024-12983 is to immediately upgrade the Hospital Management System to version 1.0.1 or later. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider implementing input validation and output encoding on the Doctor Name parameter within the /hospital/hms/admin/manage-doctors.php file. This can help prevent the injection of malicious scripts. Web application firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block XSS attacks can provide an additional layer of defense. Regularly review and update the application's codebase to address potential security vulnerabilities.
Actualizar a una versión parcheada del Hospital Management System. Si no hay una versión disponible, sanitizar las entradas del usuario en el archivo manage-doctors.php, especialmente el parámetro Doctor Name, para evitar la ejecución de código JavaScript malicioso. Utilizar funciones de escape específicas para XSS.
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CVE-2024-12983 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Hospital Management System 1.0, affecting the Edit Doctor Details Page. Attackers can inject malicious scripts via the Doctor Name parameter.
If you are using Hospital Management System version 1.0, you are potentially affected. Upgrade to version 1.0.1 to mitigate the risk.
The recommended fix is to upgrade to version 1.0.1. As a temporary workaround, implement input validation and output encoding on the Doctor Name parameter.
While no active exploitation campaigns have been confirmed, the vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, increasing the likelihood of exploitation.
Refer to the vendor's official website or security advisory channels for the Hospital Management System for the latest information and updates regarding CVE-2024-12983.
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