CVE-2004-1872: XSS

Published Mar 29, 2004

Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebCT Campus Edition 4.1.1.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the @import URL function in a CSS style tag.

Affected Software

5 affected components

WebCT WebCT=campus_3.8.4

WebCT WebCT=campus_4.1

WebCT WebCT=campus_3.8

WebCT WebCT=campus_4.1.1.5

WebCT WebCT=campus_4.0

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9999

Event History

Mar 29, 2004

CVE Published

05:00 AM

May 10, 2005

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-1872?

CVE-2004-1872 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2004-1872?

To address CVE-2004-1872, it is recommended to upgrade WebCT Campus Edition to the latest patched version.

What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2004-1872?

CVE-2004-1872 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML, potentially leading to session hijacking or data theft.

Which versions of WebCT are affected by CVE-2004-1872?

CVE-2004-1872 affects WebCT Campus Edition versions 4.0, 4.1, 3.8, and specifically 4.1.1.5.

How can I determine if my WebCT installation is vulnerable to CVE-2004-1872?

You can determine vulnerability to CVE-2004-1872 by checking the version of your WebCT Campus Edition against the affected versions.