CVE-2009-1776: XSS
First published: Fri May 22 2009(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in FormMail.pl in Matt Wright FormMail 1.92, and possibly earlier, allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via javascript: URIs in the (1) request and (2) return_link_url parameters.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Wright FormMail | <=1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1776?
CVE-2009-1776 is considered to be a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploiting cross-site scripting (XSS).
How do I fix CVE-2009-1776?
To fix CVE-2009-1776, upgrade to a version of Matt Wright FormMail later than 1.92 that addresses these XSS vulnerabilities.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2009-1776?
Exploiting CVE-2009-1776 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML, which may lead to session hijacking or phishing attacks.
Which parameters are vulnerable in CVE-2009-1776?
The vulnerable parameters in CVE-2009-1776 are the request and return_link_url parameters, which can be manipulated to inject malicious scripts.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-1776?
Users of Matt Wright FormMail version 1.92 and earlier are affected by CVE-2009-1776 and should take immediate action to secure their installations.
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