CVE-2008-6893: XSS

Published Aug 3, 2009
·
Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Alt-N MDaemon WorldClient 10.0.2, when Internet Explorer 7 is used, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted img tag.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Alt-N WorldClient=10.0.2

Event History

Aug 3, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
06:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-6893?

CVE-2008-6893 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-6893?

To fix CVE-2008-6893, upgrade to a newer version of Alt-N MDaemon WorldClient that addresses the XSS vulnerability.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2008-6893?

CVE-2008-6893 affects Alt-N MDaemon WorldClient version 10.0.2 when accessed using Internet Explorer 7.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-6893?

CVE-2008-6893 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.

5

Is my version of Internet Explorer vulnerable to CVE-2008-6893?

The Internet Explorer version 7 is not vulnerable itself, but it is at risk when used with the affected version of Alt-N WorldClient.

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