Weathering the Storm: AccuWeather Widget’s Cross-Site Scripting Snafu! 🌩️
View CSAF: AccuWeather and Custom RSS widget face a cross-site scripting vulnerability, allowing attackers to slip malicious links into RSS feeds. While Parsons and Aclara have patched it, on-premise users must act. CISA suggests minimizing internet exposure, using VPNs cautiously, and reviewing cybersecurity strategies—because no one wants a weather report with a side of cyber chaos!
Hot Take:
Oh, Parsons! It seems you’ve weathered a storm in your AccuWeather widget! When it comes to Cross-Site Scripting, you need more than just an umbrella to keep the rain of malicious links from pouring down on your unsuspecting users. At least, you’ve patched it up, so we don’t have to shower you with too many complaints. Let’s hope your forecast calls for fewer vulnerabilities in the future!
Key Points:
- Parsons’ AccuWeather and Custom RSS widget is vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS).
- Exploiting this vulnerability allows attackers to insert malicious links into RSS feeds.
- Affected versions include various iterations of Parsons Utility Enterprise Data Management and AclaraONE Utility Portal.
- Patches have been issued, but end-users with on-premise deployments need to take action.
- CISA offers comprehensive guidance on securing systems and mitigating risks.