CVE-2008-0454: XSS

Published Jan 25, 2008
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Updated

Cross-zone scripting vulnerability in the Internet Explorer web control in Skype 3.6.0.244, and earlier 3.5.x and 3.6.x versions, on Windows allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML in the Local Machine Zone via the Title field of a (1) Dailymotion and possibly (2) Metacafe movie in the Skype video gallery, accessible through a search within the "Add video to chat" dialog, aka "videomood XSS."

Affected Software

5 affected components
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Skype Technologies Skype<=3.6.0.244
Skype Technologies Skype=3.5
Skype Technologies Skype=3.6

Event History

Jan 25, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
01:00 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0454?

CVE-2008-0454 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for cross-zone scripting exploits.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-0454?

To fix CVE-2008-0454, update Skype to a version later than 3.6.0.244.

3

Which versions of Skype are affected by CVE-2008-0454?

CVE-2008-0454 affects Skype versions 3.5.x and earlier 3.6.x, including 3.6.0.244.

4

What type of attacks can be executed using CVE-2008-0454?

CVE-2008-0454 can allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into the Local Machine Zone.

5

In which component does the CVE-2008-0454 vulnerability exist?

CVE-2008-0454 exists within the Internet Explorer web control used by Skype.

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