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CVE-2018-6866: Learning and Examination Management System script lets attackers inject malicious code

CVE-2018-6866 · published 8 years ago
Summary

The Learning and Examination Management System script version 2.3.1 can be tricked into running unwanted code when a specially crafted message is processed. This could allow a malicious user to display false information, steal session data, or perform actions on behalf of legitimate users. Update to a patched version or apply the provided security fix to stop the exploit.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
learning_and_examination_management_system_script_project learning_and_examination_management_system_script 2.3.1
cpe:2.3:a:learning_and_examination_management_system_script_project:learning_and_examination_management_system_script:2.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) exists in PHP Scripts Mall Learning and Examination Management System Script 2.3.1 via a crafted message.
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) exists in PHP Scripts Mall Learning and Examination Management System Script 2.3.1 via a crafted message.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.4 Medium
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published23 Feb 2018
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2018-6866 · NVD
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