CVE-2008-3842: XSS
First published: Wed Aug 27 2008(Updated: )
Request Validation (aka the ValidateRequest filters) in ASP.NET in Microsoft .NET Framework without the MS07-040 update does not properly detect dangerous client input, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, as demonstrated by a query string containing a "</" (less-than slash) sequence.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-gold | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2003-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-gold | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =2.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =1.1-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-gold | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-gold | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =1.0-sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3842?
CVE-2008-3842 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3842?
To fix CVE-2008-3842, apply the MS07-040 update or otherwise ensure your ASP.NET application properly validates input.
Which versions of .NET Framework are affected by CVE-2008-3842?
CVE-2008-3842 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 if not patched.
What types of attacks can CVE-2008-3842 facilitate?
CVE-2008-3842 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by not properly handling dangerous input.
Are all Windows versions vulnerable to CVE-2008-3842?
Not all Windows versions are vulnerable to CVE-2008-3842; primarily older versions without the necessary updates are at risk.
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