CVE-2009-4521: XSS
First published: Thu Dec 31 2009(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in birt-viewer/run in Eclipse Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT) before 2.5.0, as used in KonaKart and other products, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the __report parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Eclipse BIRT | <=2.3.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36674
- http://antisnatchor.com/2008/12/18/eclipse-birt-reflected-xss
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37025
- https://bugs.eclipse.org/bugs/show_bug.cgi?id=259127
- http://www.osvdb.org/58941
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53773
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507172/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4521?
CVE-2009-4521 is considered a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4521?
To fix CVE-2009-4521, upgrade to Eclipse BIRT version 2.5.0 or later, which addresses the XSS vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-4521?
CVE-2009-4521 affects versions of Eclipse BIRT up to 2.3.2, including implementations in products like KonaKart.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-4521?
CVE-2009-4521 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can attackers exploit CVE-2009-4521 remotely?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2009-4521 remotely to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
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