CVE-2006-5599: XSS
First published: Sat Oct 28 2006(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Oracle Application Express (formerly HTML DB) before 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary HTML or web script via the WWV_FLOW_ITEM_HELP package. NOTE: it is likely that this issue overlaps one of the Oracle VulnIDs covered by CVE-2006-5351. Oracle has not publicly disputed claims by a reliable researcher that this has been fixed by the October 2006 CPU.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Application Performance Management (APM) | =2.2 | |
| =2.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.oracle.com/technology/deploy/security/critical-patch-updates/cpuoct2006.html
- http://www.red-database-security.com/advisory/oracle_apex_css_wwv_flow_item_help.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-291A.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1792
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/449500/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5599?
CVE-2006-5599 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5599?
To fix CVE-2006-5599, upgrade Oracle Application Express to version 2.2.1 or later.
Which versions of Oracle APEX are affected by CVE-2006-5599?
CVE-2006-5599 affects Oracle Application Express versions prior to 2.2.1.
What type of attack can CVE-2006-5599 facilitate?
CVE-2006-5599 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts.
Is CVE-2006-5599 still a concern for users of Oracle APEX?
Yes, users of affected versions of Oracle APEX should address CVE-2006-5599 to protect against XSS vulnerabilities.
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