CVE-2008-1846: XSS

Published Apr 16, 2008
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Updated

The default configuration of SAP NetWeaver before 7.0 SP15 does not enable the "Always Use Secure HTML Editor" (aka Editor Security or Secure Editing) parameter, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by entering feedback for a file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SAP NetWeaver<=7.0

Event History

Apr 16, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-1846?

CVE-2008-1846 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation through cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-1846?

To fix CVE-2008-1846, ensure that the "Always Use Secure HTML Editor" setting is enabled in the SAP NetWeaver configuration.

3

What versions of SAP NetWeaver are affected by CVE-2008-1846?

CVE-2008-1846 affects SAP NetWeaver versions prior to 7.0 SP15.

4

What type of attacks does CVE-2008-1846 allow?

CVE-2008-1846 allows attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by exploiting the default configuration settings.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-1846?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2008-1846 is to manually sanitize user input before it is rendered in the application.

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