CVE-2003-0442: XSS
First published: Fri Jun 20 2003(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the transparent SID support capability for PHP before 4.3.2 (session.use_trans_sid) allows remote attackers to insert arbitrary script via the PHPSESSID parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | <=4.3.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =8.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://shh.thathost.com/secadv/2003-05-11-php.txt
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-204.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-351
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/7761
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000691
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:082
- http://www.turbolinux.co.jp/security/2003/TLSA-2003-47j.txt
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-112.shtml
- http://www.osvdb.org/4758
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1008653
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105760591228031&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105449314612963&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/12259
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A485
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0442?
CVE-2003-0442 is classified as a moderate severity level vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0442?
To fix CVE-2003-0442, upgrade PHP to version 4.3.2 or later, or disable the transparent SID support by setting session.use_trans_sid to 0.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-0442?
CVE-2003-0442 affects PHP versions prior to 4.3.2 and Red Hat Linux versions 8.0 and 9.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2003-0442 allow?
CVE-2003-0442 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts via cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks using the PHPSESSID parameter.
Is CVE-2003-0442 exploitable on all configurations of PHP?
CVE-2003-0442 is exploitable only if the transparent SID support is enabled in PHP configurations.
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