CVE-2005-3418: XSS
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in phpBB 2.0.17 and earlier allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) errormsg parameter to usercpregister.php, (2) forwardpage parameter to login.php, and (3) listcat parameter to search.php, which are not initialized as variables.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3418?
CVE-2005-3418 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3418?
To fix CVE-2005-3418, upgrade phpBB to version 2.0.18 or later where the vulnerabilities are patched.
What versions of phpBB are affected by CVE-2005-3418?
CVE-2005-3418 affects phpBB versions 2.0.17 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3418?
CVE-2005-3418 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2005-3418 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-3418 can be exploited remotely by attackers injecting arbitrary scripts via specific parameters.