CVE-2008-5080: XSS
First published: Wed Dec 03 2008(Updated: )
awstats.pl in AWStats 6.8 and earlier does not properly remove quote characters, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via the query_string parameter. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2008-3714.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AWStats | <=6.8 | |
| AWStats | =5.0 | |
| AWStats | =5.1 | |
| AWStats | =5.2 | |
| AWStats | =5.3 | |
| AWStats | =5.4 | |
| AWStats | =5.5 | |
| AWStats | =5.6 | |
| AWStats | =5.7 | |
| AWStats | =5.8 | |
| AWStats | =5.9 | |
| AWStats | =6.0 | |
| AWStats | =6.1 | |
| AWStats | =6.2 | |
| AWStats | =6.3 | |
| AWStats | =6.4 | |
| AWStats | =6.5 | |
| AWStats | =6.6 | |
| AWStats | =6.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=474396
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=495432#21
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33002
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-686-1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47116
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2008-3714
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1679
- http://admin.fedoraproject.org/updates/awstats-6.8-3.fc10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5080?
CVE-2008-5080 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5080?
To fix CVE-2008-5080, you should upgrade to AWStats version 6.9 or later.
What versions of AWStats are affected by CVE-2008-5080?
AWStats versions 6.8 and earlier, as well as versions 5.0 through 6.7, are affected by CVE-2008-5080.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-5080?
CVE-2008-5080 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts.
Can CVE-2008-5080 affect my website's security?
Yes, CVE-2008-5080 can significantly compromise your website's security by allowing remote attackers to execute scripts in users' browsers.
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