CVE-2002-2178: XSS

Published Dec 31, 2002
·
Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in article.php module for phpWebSite 0.8.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Javascript script via the sid parameter, as demonstrated using an IMG tag.

Affected Software

1 affected component
phpWebSite phpWebSite=0.8.3

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 16, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:17 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2178?

CVE-2002-2178 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-2178?

To fix CVE-2002-2178, upgrade phpWebSite to a version that addresses this XSS vulnerability.

3

What type of attacks can CVE-2002-2178 enable?

CVE-2002-2178 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript through Cross-site scripting, potentially compromising user data.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2002-2178?

CVE-2002-2178 specifically affects phpWebSite version 0.8.3.

5

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2002-2178?

Exploiting CVE-2002-2178 can allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, leading to data theft or session hijacking.

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