CVE-2009-1940: XSS
First published: Fri Jun 05 2009(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the administrator panel in the com_users core component for Joomla! 1.5.x through 1.5.10 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | =1.5.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.7 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.9 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.3 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.10 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.2 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.8 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.1 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.4 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/295-20090601-core-comusers-xss.html
- http://osvdb.org/54869
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35278
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35189
- http://www.joomla.org/announcements/release-news/5235-joomla-1511-security-release-now-available.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1497
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50924
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1940?
CVE-2009-1940 has been classified with a medium severity due to its potential for Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1940?
To fix CVE-2009-1940, update Joomla! to version 1.5.11 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2009-1940?
CVE-2009-1940 affects Joomla! versions 1.5.x through 1.5.10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1940?
CVE-2009-1940 is a Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the com_users core component.
Can CVE-2009-1940 lead to data compromises?
Yes, CVE-2009-1940 can allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML, potentially leading to data compromises.
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