CVE-2006-5503: XSS
Published Oct 25, 2006
·Updated
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in index.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1 RC2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the action parameter.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Simple Machines Simple Machines Forum=1.1_rc2
Event History
Oct 25, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5503?
CVE-2006-5503 has a moderate severity level due to its ability to facilitate cross-site scripting attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-5503?
To fix CVE-2006-5503, upgrade to a patched version of Simple Machines Forum that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2006-5503?
CVE-2006-5503 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks, injecting arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-5503?
CVE-2006-5503 affects Simple Machines Forum version 1.1 RC2.
5
Is user input safe from CVE-2006-5503?
No, user input can be exploited through the action parameter, making it unsafe due to the XSS vulnerability.