CVE-2004-1640: XSS

Published Aug 28, 2004
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Updated

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in XOOPS 0.94 and 1.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script and HTML via the (1) terme parameter to search.php or (2) letter parameter to letter.php.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Xoops Xoops Dictionary=1.0
Xoops Xoops Dictionary=0.94
Xoops Xoops Dictionary=0.94
Xoops Xoops Dictionary=1.0

Event History

Aug 28, 2004
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Feb 20, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1640?

CVE-2004-1640 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to execute arbitrary scripts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-1640?

To fix CVE-2004-1640, upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of XOOPS, specifically versions later than 1.0.

3

What versions of XOOPS are affected by CVE-2004-1640?

Versions 0.94 and 1.0 of XOOPS are affected by CVE-2004-1640.

4

What are the attack vectors for CVE-2004-1640?

CVE-2004-1640 can be exploited via the terme parameter in search.php and the letter parameter in letter.php.

5

Can CVE-2004-1640 allow an attacker to steal user information?

Yes, if exploited, CVE-2004-1640 can enable attackers to execute scripts that potentially steal user information.

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