Mybb · Mybb · CVE-2024-52702
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
MyBB version 1.8.38
**Description**
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) issue exists in the component installindex.php, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the `Website Name` parameter. This enables attackers to potentially manipulate website content or steal user data.
**Recommendations**
For MyBB version 1.8.38, as a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the installindex.php component until a patch is available. Avoid using the `Website Name` parameter in the affected component to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.