CVE-2002-1845: XSS
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in index.php in Yet Another Bulletin Board (YaBB) 1.40 and 1.41 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the password (passwrd) parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Yabb | =1.40 | |
| Yabb | =1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1845?
CVE-2002-1845 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow for arbitrary script injection.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1845?
To fix CVE-2002-1845, upgrade to a patched version of YaBB beyond 1.41 to eliminate the cross-site scripting vulnerability.
What versions of YaBB are affected by CVE-2002-1845?
CVE-2002-1845 affects YaBB versions 1.40 and 1.41.
What kind of attack can CVE-2002-1845 be used for?
CVE-2002-1845 can be exploited for cross-site scripting attacks, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking.
Is CVE-2002-1845 related to user input?
Yes, CVE-2002-1845 arises from the inability to properly sanitize user input in the password parameter.
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