CVE-2005-1285: XSS
Published Apr 22, 2005
·Updated
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in thread.php in WoltLab Burning Board 2.3.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the hilight parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WoltLab Burning Board<=2.3.1
Event History
Apr 22, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 26, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1285?
CVE-2005-1285 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for remote attackers to execute scripts in users' browsers.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-1285?
To fix CVE-2005-1285, upgrade to WoltLab Burning Board version 2.3.2 or later that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-1285?
CVE-2005-1285 affects WoltLab Burning Board versions 2.3.1 and earlier.
4
Can CVE-2005-1285 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-1285 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the hilight parameter.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2005-1285 facilitate?
CVE-2005-1285 facilitates cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing injection of arbitrary web scripts or HTML.