CVE-2007-1230: XSS

Published Mar 2, 2007
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Updated

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in wp-includes/functions.php in WordPress before 2.1.2-alpha allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via (1) the Referer HTTP header or (2) the URI, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-1049.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPress=2.1

Event History

Mar 2, 2007
CVE Published
10:19 PM
Mar 3, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-1230?

CVE-2007-1230 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-1230?

To fix CVE-2007-1230, upgrade to WordPress version 2.1.2-alpha or later, which addresses the XSS vulnerabilities.

3

What are the primary vulnerabilities in CVE-2007-1230?

CVE-2007-1230 involves multiple cross-site scripting vulnerabilities that allow attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts via the Referer HTTP header or URI.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2007-1230?

CVE-2007-1230 affects WordPress versions prior to 2.1.2-alpha.

5

Can CVE-2007-1230 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-1230 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute scripts on users' browsers.

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