CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-2351: XSS

First published: Tue Jul 07 2009(Updated: )

Opera 9.52 and earlier does not block javascript: URIs in Refresh headers in HTTP responses, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via vectors related to (1) injecting a Refresh header or (2) specifying the content of a Refresh header, a related issue to CVE-2009-1312. NOTE: it was later reported that 10.00 Beta 3 Build 1699 is also affected.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Opera=7.23
Opera=9.02
Opera=7.53
Opera=8.50
Opera=9.51
Opera=8.53
Opera=9.12
Opera=8.0
Opera<=9.52
Opera=8.54
Opera=8.02
Opera=9.20
Opera=9.21
Opera=8.51
Opera=7.60
Opera=7.54
Opera=9.22
Opera=9.01
Opera=9.0
Opera=9.10
Opera=8.52
Opera=10.00-beta_3
Opera=8.01
Opera=7.0
Web Browser for Android<=9.52
Web Browser for Android=7.0
Web Browser for Android=7.23
Web Browser for Android=7.53
Web Browser for Android=7.54
Web Browser for Android=7.60
Web Browser for Android=8.0
Web Browser for Android=8.01
Web Browser for Android=8.02
Web Browser for Android=8.50
Web Browser for Android=8.51
Web Browser for Android=8.52
Web Browser for Android=8.53
Web Browser for Android=8.54
Web Browser for Android=9.0
Web Browser for Android=9.01
Web Browser for Android=9.02
Web Browser for Android=9.10
Web Browser for Android=9.12
Web Browser for Android=9.20
Web Browser for Android=9.21
Web Browser for Android=9.22
Web Browser for Android=9.51
Web Browser for Android=10.00-beta_3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-2351?

    CVE-2009-2351 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-2351?

    To fix CVE-2009-2351, users are advised to upgrade to a later version of the Opera browser that addresses the vulnerability.

  • What browsers are affected by CVE-2009-2351?

    CVE-2009-2351 affects Opera versions 9.52 and earlier.

  • What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2009-2351?

    CVE-2009-2351 enables remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

  • Can exploiting CVE-2009-2351 lead to data theft?

    Yes, exploiting CVE-2009-2351 can potentially lead to data theft or malicious actions if an XSS attack is successful.

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