CVE-2008-5080: XSS

Published Dec 3, 2008
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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 querystring parameter. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2008-3714.

Affected Software

19 affected components
Awstats AWStats<=6.8
Awstats AWStats=5.0
Awstats AWStats=5.1
Awstats AWStats=5.2
Awstats AWStats=5.3
Awstats AWStats=5.4
Awstats AWStats=5.5
Awstats AWStats=5.6
Awstats AWStats=5.7
Awstats AWStats=5.8
Awstats AWStats=5.9
Awstats AWStats=6.0
Awstats AWStats=6.1
Awstats AWStats=6.2
Awstats AWStats=6.3
Awstats AWStats=6.4
Awstats AWStats=6.5
Awstats AWStats=6.6
Awstats AWStats=6.7

Event History

Dec 3, 2008
Data Sourced
05:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5080?

To fix CVE-2008-5080, you should upgrade to AWStats version 6.9 or later.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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