CVE-2006-4317: XSS

Published Aug 24, 2006
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in attachment.php in WoltLab Burning Board (WBB) 2.3.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a GIF image that contains URL-encoded Javascript.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WoltLab Burning Board=2.3.5

Event History

Aug 24, 2006
CVE Published
01:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4317?

CVE-2006-4317 has a medium severity level due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4317?

To fix CVE-2006-4317, upgrade to a patched version of WoltLab Burning Board that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2006-4317?

CVE-2006-4317 affects WoltLab Burning Board version 2.3.5.

4

Can CVE-2006-4317 lead to data theft?

Yes, CVE-2006-4317 can enable attackers to execute scripts that may lead to data theft or unauthorized access.

5

What are the symptoms of CVE-2006-4317 exploitation?

Symptoms of exploitation of CVE-2006-4317 may include unexpected scripts running in user browsers and altered webpage content.

Contact

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