CVE-2003-0965: XSS
First published: Thu Jan 15 2004(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the admin CGI script for Mailman before 2.1.4 allows remote attackers to steal session cookies and conduct unauthorized activities.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU Mailman | <=2.1.4 | |
| Mailman | <=2.1.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://mail.python.org/pipermail/mailman-announce/2003-December/000066.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9336
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-020.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-436
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000842
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2004:013
- http://www.osvdb.org/3305
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10519
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14121
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A813
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0965?
CVE-2003-0965 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for session cookie theft and unauthorized actions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0965?
To fix CVE-2003-0965, upgrade to Mailman version 2.1.4 or later, as this version contains the fix for the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2003-0965?
CVE-2003-0965 affects users of Mailman versions prior to 2.1.4, specifically those using the admin CGI script.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2003-0965?
CVE-2003-0965 allows attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, which can lead to session cookie theft.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2003-0965?
There are no recorded effective workarounds for CVE-2003-0965; upgrading to a secure version is the recommended action.
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