Platform
php
Component
maid-hiring-management-system
Fixed in
1.0.1
CVE-2024-13015 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in PHPGurukul Maid Hiring Management System versions 1.0. This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application, potentially compromising user accounts and data. The issue resides within the /admin/search-booking-request.php file, where improper handling of the 'searchdata' parameter enables the attack. A patch is available in version 1.0.1.
An attacker can exploit this XSS vulnerability by injecting malicious JavaScript code through the 'searchdata' parameter in the /admin/search-booking-request.php file. This code could then be executed in the context of a user with administrative privileges, allowing the attacker to steal session cookies, redirect users to phishing sites, or deface the application. The impact is particularly severe if the administrator account is compromised, as it could grant the attacker full control over the Maid Hiring Management System and potentially access sensitive data related to hiring processes and employee information. This type of XSS attack can lead to account takeover and data breaches, similar to vulnerabilities seen in other web applications with inadequate input sanitization.
CVE-2024-13015 was disclosed on December 29, 2024. No public proof-of-concept (PoC) code has been identified at the time of writing. The CVSS score of 2.4 indicates a LOW severity, suggesting that exploitation may require specific conditions or user interaction. It is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog.
Exploit Status
EPSS
0.10% (27% percentile)
CISA SSVC
CVSS Vector
The primary mitigation for CVE-2024-13015 is to immediately upgrade to version 1.0.1 of the Maid Hiring Management System. If upgrading is not immediately feasible, consider implementing input validation and output encoding on the 'searchdata' parameter within the /admin/search-booking-request.php file. A Web Application Firewall (WAF) configured to detect and block XSS payloads targeting this specific endpoint can also provide a temporary layer of protection. Regularly review and update input validation routines to prevent similar vulnerabilities from arising in the future.
Update to a patched version of the maid hiring management system. If a patched version is not available, sanitize user inputs in the /admin/search-booking-request.php file, especially the searchdata parameter, to prevent XSS code execution. Use HTML-specific escaping functions before displaying data on the page.
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CVE-2024-13015 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting PHPGurukul Maid Hiring Management System versions 1.0, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts via the /admin/search-booking-request.php file.
You are affected if you are using PHPGurukul Maid Hiring Management System version 1.0. Upgrade to version 1.0.1 to mitigate the risk.
Upgrade to version 1.0.1. If immediate upgrade isn't possible, implement input validation and output encoding on the 'searchdata' parameter.
There are currently no confirmed reports of active exploitation, but the vulnerability is publicly known.
Refer to the PHPGurukul website or their official security advisory channels for the latest information and updates regarding CVE-2024-13015.
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