CVE-2009-4359: XSS

Published Dec 20, 2009
·
Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in folder.php in the SmartMedia 0.85 Beta module for XOOPS allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the categoryid parameter.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Marc-andre Lanciault Smartmedia=0.85-beta
Xoops Xoops

Event History

Dec 20, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
02:30 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4359?

CVE-2009-4359 has been classified with a moderate severity due to its cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4359?

To fix CVE-2009-4359, ensure that user inputs, specifically the categoryid parameter, are properly sanitized and validated.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2009-4359?

CVE-2009-4359 affects users of the SmartMedia 0.85 Beta module for XOOPS due to its XSS vulnerability.

4

What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2009-4359?

An attacker can perform a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack using CVE-2009-4359 by injecting arbitrary web scripts into the application.

5

Is CVE-2009-4359 still relevant today?

While CVE-2009-4359 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for those using affected versions of the SmartMedia module.

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