CVE-2008-0455: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the modnegotiation module in the Apache HTTP Server 2.2.6 and earlier in the 2.2.x series, 2.0.61 and earlier in the 2.0.x series, and 1.3.39 and earlier in the 1.3.x series allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML by uploading a file with a name containing XSS sequences and a file extension, which leads to injection within a (1) "406 Not Acceptable" or (2) "300 Multiple Choices" HTTP response when the extension is omitted in a request for the file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0455?
The severity of CVE-2008-0455 is classified as medium, allowing for potential exploitation by remote authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0455?
To mitigate CVE-2008-0455, upgrade to the latest version of Apache HTTP Server that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0455?
CVE-2008-0455 affects Apache HTTP Server versions 2.2.6 and earlier, 2.0.61 and earlier, and 1.3.39 and earlier.
What types of attacks can result from CVE-2008-0455?
CVE-2008-0455 allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that can lead to the injection of arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-0455?
A potential workaround for CVE-2008-0455 includes disabling the mod_negotiation module if upgrading is not immediately feasible.