CVE-2023-6710
mod_cluster/mod_proxy_cluster: Stored Cross site Scripting
Severity
LowRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · December 12, 2023
Updated · September 19, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the mod_proxy_cluster in the Apache server. This issue may allow a malicious user to add a script in the 'alias' parameter in the URL to trigger the stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. By adding a script on the alias parameter on the URL, it adds a new virtual host and adds the script to the cluster-manager page.
Statement
The impact of this vulnerability is considered as Low, as the cluster_manager URL should not be exposed outside and is protected by user/password.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.4CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
CWE-79 · Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')