CVE-2024-56115 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in Amiro.CMS, a content management system widely used for website management. The vulnerability exists in versions before 7.8.4 due to insufficient sanitization or neutralization of special elements in user-supplied input. This failure allows remote attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into web pages viewed by other users. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79, which covers improper neutralization of input leading to XSS. The CVSS v3.1 score is 6.1, indicating a medium severity level, with an attack vector of network (remote), low attack complexity, no privileges required, but requiring user interaction. The scope is changed (S:C), meaning the vulnerability can affect resources beyond the initially vulnerable component. The impact affects confidentiality and integrity partially, with no impact on availability. While no exploits are currently known in the wild, the vulnerability could be leveraged for session hijacking, defacement, or phishing attacks by injecting malicious scripts that execute in the context of the victim's browser. The lack of authentication requirement and remote exploitability increase the risk, especially for public-facing websites using vulnerable Amiro.CMS versions. The vulnerability was published on December 18, 2024, and no official patches or mitigation links were provided at the time of reporting, emphasizing the need for immediate attention by administrators.

The primary impact of CVE-2024-56115 is the potential compromise of user confidentiality and integrity through the execution of attacker-controlled scripts in the context of trusted websites. This can lead to session hijacking, theft of sensitive information such as cookies or credentials, unauthorized actions performed on behalf of users, and website defacement. Organizations relying on Amiro.CMS for their web presence may suffer reputational damage, loss of customer trust, and potential regulatory consequences if user data is exposed. Since the vulnerability requires user interaction, the scope of impact depends on the ability of attackers to lure users into clicking malicious links or visiting compromised pages. The vulnerability does not affect system availability directly but can be a stepping stone for further attacks. Given the widespread use of CMS platforms in various sectors including government, e-commerce, and media, the risk extends to critical infrastructure and high-value targets globally. The absence of known exploits currently reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, as attackers may develop exploits rapidly once details are public.

To mitigate CVE-2024-56115, organizations should immediately upgrade Amiro.CMS to version 7.8.4 or later once available, as this version addresses the vulnerability by properly neutralizing special elements in user input. Until patches are applied, administrators should implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data to prevent script injection. Employing Content Security Policy (CSP) headers can help restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts and reduce the impact of XSS attacks. Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) configured to detect and block XSS payloads can provide an additional layer of defense. Regular security audits and penetration testing focused on input handling can identify residual vulnerabilities. User education to recognize phishing attempts and suspicious links is also critical since exploitation requires user interaction. Monitoring web server logs for unusual requests and anomalous behavior can aid in early detection of exploitation attempts. Finally, organizations should maintain an incident response plan tailored to web application attacks to respond swiftly if exploitation occurs.