CVE-2008-2718: XSS
First published: Mon Jun 16 2008(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in fe_adminlib.inc in TYPO3 4.0.x before 4.0.9, 4.1.x before 4.1.7, and 4.2.x before 4.2.1, as used in extensions such as (1) direct_mail_subscription, (2) feuser_admin, and (3) kb_md5fepw, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TYPO3 | =4.0 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.2 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.3 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.4 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.5 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.6 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.7 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.0.8 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.2 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.3 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.4 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.5 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.1.6 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-20080611-1/
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1596
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30619
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30660
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3945
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29657
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1802
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42986
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/493270/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2718?
The severity of CVE-2008-2718 is considered high due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2718?
To fix CVE-2008-2718, upgrade TYPO3 to version 4.0.9, 4.1.7, or 4.2.1 or later.
Which TYPO3 versions are affected by CVE-2008-2718?
CVE-2008-2718 affects TYPO3 versions 4.0.x before 4.0.9, 4.1.x before 4.1.7, and 4.2.x before 4.2.1.
What types of extensions might be vulnerable with CVE-2008-2718?
Extensions such as direct_mail_subscription, feuser_admin, and kb_md5fepw may be vulnerable due to CVE-2008-2718.
Can CVE-2008-2718 lead to remote attacks?
Yes, CVE-2008-2718 can allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into affected TYPO3 installations.
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