CVE-2006-2833: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the taxonomy module in Drupal 4.6.8 and 4.7.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via inputs that are not properly validated when the page title is output, possibly involving the $names variable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2833?
CVE-2006-2833 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2833?
The recommended fix for CVE-2006-2833 is to update Drupal to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
Which versions of Drupal are affected by CVE-2006-2833?
CVE-2006-2833 affects Drupal versions 4.6.8 and 4.7.2.
What types of attacks can CVE-2006-2833 facilitate?
CVE-2006-2833 may facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that allow attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-2833?
While the best approach is to update Drupal, proper validation of inputs may serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2006-2833.