CVE-2006-5653: XSS
First published: Fri Nov 03 2006(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the errorHTML function in the index script in Sun Java System Messenger Express 6 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the error parameter. NOTE: this issue might be related to CVE-2006-5486, however due to the vagueness of the initial advisory and different researchers a new CVE was assigned.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Java System Messenger Express | =6 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20832
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22663
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018106
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1805
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4281
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29939
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/456273/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450153/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5653?
CVE-2006-5653 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on users through cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5653?
To mitigate CVE-2006-5653, you should update to a patched version of Sun Java System Messenger Express that addresses this XSS issue.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-5653?
CVE-2006-5653 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability allowing remote attackers to inject malicious scripts.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-5653?
CVE-2006-5653 affects users of Sun Java System Messenger Express version 6.
What could an attacker do using CVE-2006-5653?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2006-5653 could execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML in the context of a victim's session.
- collector/nvd-historical
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/sun
- canonical/sun java system messenger express
- version/sun java system messenger express/6