CVE-2004-2704: XSS
Hastymail 1.0.1 and earlier (stable) and 1.1 and earlier (development) does not send the "attachment" parameter in the Content-Disposition field for attachments, which causes the attachment to be rendered inline by Internet Explorer when the victim clicks the download link, which facilitates cross-site scripting (XSS) and possibly other attacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2704?
CVE-2004-2704 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for facilitating cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2704?
To fix CVE-2004-2704, upgrade to a version of Hastymail that includes a proper implementation of the Content-Disposition header.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-2704?
CVE-2004-2704 affects Hastymail versions 1.0.1 and earlier in the stable release, as well as 1.1 and earlier in the development release.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-2704 facilitate?
CVE-2004-2704 facilitates cross-site scripting attacks by improperly handling attachment parameters.
Can CVE-2004-2704 affect users of Internet Explorer?
Yes, CVE-2004-2704 can specifically affect users of Internet Explorer by causing attachments to render inline instead of being downloaded.