CVE-2008-0206: XSS
First published: Thu Jan 10 2008(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in captcha\captcha.php in the Captcha! 2.5d and earlier plugin for WordPress allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) captcha_ttffolder, (2) captcha_numchars, (3) captcha_ttfrange, or (4) captcha_secret parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wordpress Captcha | <=2.5d |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0206?
CVE-2008-0206 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to permit cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0206?
To fix CVE-2008-0206, update the Captcha! plugin to a version greater than 2.5d that addresses these vulnerabilities.
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2008-0206?
CVE-2008-0206 can be exploited to perform cross-site scripting attacks, allowing attackers to inject web scripts or HTML.
Which versions of the Captcha! plugin are affected by CVE-2008-0206?
CVE-2008-0206 affects the Captcha! plugin versions 2.5d and earlier.
Where is the vulnerability found in CVE-2008-0206?
The vulnerability in CVE-2008-0206 is found in the captcha.php file of the Captcha! plugin for WordPress.
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