CVE-2008-1229: XSS
First published: Mon Mar 10 2008(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Edit.jsp in JSPWiki 2.4.104 and 2.5.139 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the editor parameter, a different vector than CVE-2007-5120.b.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache JSPWiki | =2.4.104 | |
| Apache JSPWiki | =2.5.139 | |
| Apache JSPWiki | =2.5.139_beta |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1229?
CVE-2008-1229 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1229?
To fix CVE-2008-1229, upgrade to JSPWiki version 2.5.140 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
What versions of JSPWiki are affected by CVE-2008-1229?
CVE-2008-1229 affects JSPWiki versions 2.4.104 and 2.5.139 and its beta version.
How can CVE-2008-1229 be exploited?
CVE-2008-1229 can be exploited by remote attackers injecting arbitrary web scripts or HTML through the editor parameter.
What is cross-site scripting in context of CVE-2008-1229?
In the context of CVE-2008-1229, cross-site scripting refers to the vulnerability that allows attackers to execute scripts in the user's browser through the web application.
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