CVE-2002-1954: XSS

Published Dec 31, 2002

Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the phpinfo function in PHP 4.2.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query string argument, as demonstrated using soinfo.php.

Affected Software

1 affected component

PHP PHP=4.2.3

Event History

Dec 31, 2002

CVE Published

05:00 AM

Data Sourced

via NVD·05:00 AM

DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Jun 28, 2005

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1954?

CVE-2002-1954 has a moderate severity level due to its cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1954?

To fix CVE-2002-1954, you should upgrade PHP to a version newer than 4.2.3 that has patched the XSS vulnerability.

What software is affected by CVE-2002-1954?

CVE-2002-1954 specifically affects PHP version 4.2.3.

How does CVE-2002-1954 impact web applications?

CVE-2002-1954 allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web applications, potentially leading to session hijacking or other malicious actions.

Can CVE-2002-1954 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-1954 can be exploited remotely by injecting scripts via the query string argument in a vulnerable PHP application.