CVE-2008-0192: XSS
First published: Thu Jan 10 2008(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in WordPress 2.0.9 and earlier allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the popuptitle parameter to (1) wp-admin/post.php or (2) wp-admin/page-new.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | <=2.0.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2008-January/059439.html
- http://securityvulns.ru/Sdocument714.html
- http://websecurity.com.ua/1658/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27123
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3539
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39426
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/485786/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0192?
The severity of CVE-2008-0192 is considered high due to the potential for remote code execution via cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0192?
To fix CVE-2008-0192, upgrade WordPress to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the attack vectors for CVE-2008-0192?
The attack vectors for CVE-2008-0192 include injecting script through the popuptitle parameter in wp-admin/post.php and wp-admin/page-new.php.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0192?
Users running WordPress version 2.0.9 or earlier are affected by CVE-2008-0192.
What types of attacks can CVE-2008-0192 enable?
CVE-2008-0192 can enable cross-site scripting attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML in a user's browser.
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