CVE-2008-0775: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in sboxDB.php in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) Shoutbox 1.14 through 1.16b allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via strings to the shoutbox form that start with "&#", contain the desired script, and end with ";".
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0775?
CVE-2008-0775 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0775?
To mitigate CVE-2008-0775, update the Simple Machines Forum (SMF) Shoutbox to a secure version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0775?
CVE-2008-0775 affects users of Simple Machines Forum Shoutbox versions 1.14, 1.15, and 1.16b.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2008-0775?
CVE-2008-0775 allows remote attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by injecting arbitrary scripts via the shoutbox form.
Are there any patches available for CVE-2008-0775?
Yes, users should look for updates or patches provided by Simple Machines for the affected versions to eliminate the vulnerability.