CVE-2003-0615: XSS
First published: Fri Aug 01 2003(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in start_form() of CGI.pm allows remote attackers to insert web script via a URL that is fed into the form's action parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CGI.pm | =2.751 | |
| Openpetra | =1.3 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.79 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.93 | |
| Openpetra | =current | |
| CGI.pm | =2.76 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.75 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.753 | |
| Openpetra | =1.2 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.73 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.74 | |
| CGI.pm | =2.78 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8231
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-256.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/246409
- http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:084
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1007234
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13638
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000713
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-101426-1
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-155.shtml
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-371
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105880349328877&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=106018783704468&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=105875211018698&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/12669
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A470
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A307
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0615?
CVE-2003-0615 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability, primarily due to its potential to exploit cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0615?
To fix CVE-2003-0615, you should upgrade CGI.pm to the latest version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-0615?
CVE-2003-0615 affects CGI.pm versions 2.73 through 2.79 and specific versions of OpenPKG and Debian Linux.
Can CVE-2003-0615 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0615 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted URLs.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2003-0615?
CVE-2003-0615 is associated with cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing the injection of malicious scripts.
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