CVE-2009-2372: Code Injection

Published Jul 8, 2009
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Updated

Drupal 6.x before 6.13 does not prevent users from modifying user signatures after the associated comment format has been changed to an administrator-controlled input format, which allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script, HTML, and possibly PHP code via a crafted user signature.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Drupal Drupal>=6.0<6.13

Event History

Jul 8, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-2372?

CVE-2009-2372 has a moderate severity rating due to user-controlled input leading to potential script injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-2372?

To fix CVE-2009-2372, update your Drupal installation to version 6.13 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2009-2372?

CVE-2009-2372 affects users of Drupal 6.x versions prior to 6.13.

4

What type of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2009-2372?

CVE-2009-2372 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script, HTML, and possibly PHP code.

5

Is the exploitation of CVE-2009-2372 easy to execute?

Exploitation of CVE-2009-2372 is relatively straightforward for remote authenticated users with access to modify signatures.

Contact

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