CVE-2009-1408: XSS
First published: Fri Apr 24 2009(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in webSPELL 4.2.0c allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via Javascript events such as onmouseover in nested BBcode tags, as demonstrated using (1) email, (2) img, and (3) url tags.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Webspell | =4.2.0c |
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Reference Links
- http://www.webspell.org/index.php?site=files&file=25
- http://osvdb.org/53782
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34764
- http://www.webspell.org/index.php?site=news_comments&newsID=126&lang=uk
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34595
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49937
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8453
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/502732/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1408?
CVE-2009-1408 has a medium severity level due to its potential for exploitation via cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1408?
To fix CVE-2009-1408, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of webSPELL that removes the vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1408?
CVE-2009-1408 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Which version of webSPELL is affected by CVE-2009-1408?
CVE-2009-1408 affects webSPELL version 4.2.0c.
Can CVE-2009-1408 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1408 can be exploited remotely by injecting arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
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