CVE-2009-1879: XSS
First published: Fri Aug 21 2009(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in index.template.html in the express-install templates in the SDK in Adobe Flex before 3.4, when the installed Flash version is older than a specified requiredMajorVersion value, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the query string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Flex SDK | <3.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36374
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022748
- http://www.gdssecurity.com/l/b/2009/08/20/adobe-flex-3-3-sdk-dom-based-xss/
- http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb09-13.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52608
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/505948/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1879?
CVE-2009-1879 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1879?
To fix CVE-2009-1879, upgrade to Adobe Flex SDK version 3.4 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-1879?
CVE-2009-1879 affects Adobe Flex SDK versions prior to 3.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1879?
CVE-2009-1879 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-1879 allow attackers to execute code?
Yes, CVE-2009-1879 can allow remote attackers to inject and execute arbitrary web script or HTML.
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