CVE-2008-0838: XSS

Published Feb 20, 2008
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Updated

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the web administration interface in Sophos ES1000 and ES4000 Email Security Appliance 2.1.0.0 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) error and (2) go parameters to the login page.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Sophos ES4000=2.1.0.0
Sophos ES1000=2.1.0.0

Event History

Feb 20, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What are the risks associated with CVE-2008-0838?

CVE-2008-0838 allows remote attackers to exploit multiple cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking.

2

How can I mitigate the vulnerabilities listed in CVE-2008-0838?

To mitigate CVE-2008-0838, you should update the Sophos ES1000 and ES4000 Email Security Appliances to the latest version that resolves these XSS issues.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0838?

CVE-2008-0838 affects version 2.1.0.0 of Sophos ES1000 and ES4000 Email Security Appliances.

4

What should I do if I encounter an exploit related to CVE-2008-0838?

If you encounter an exploit related to CVE-2008-0838, immediately apply available patches and monitor logs for unusual activity.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-0838?

Yes, there are patches available for CVE-2008-0838 that address the XSS vulnerabilities in the affected versions of the software.

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