CVE-2011-0005: XSS
First published: Tue Jan 11 2011(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the com_search module for Joomla! 1.0.x through 1.0.15 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the ordering parameter to index.php.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | ||
| Joomla | =1.0.0 | |
| Joomla | =1.0.15 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/view/97273/joomla1015-xss.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45679
- http://osvdb.org/70369
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64539
- http://yehg.net/lab/pr0js/advisories/joomla/core/[joomla_1.0.x~15]_cross_site_scripting
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/515590/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/515553/100/0/threaded
- http://yehg.net/lab/pr0js/advisories/joomla/core/%5Bjoomla_1.0.x~15%5D_cross_site_scripting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-0005?
CVE-2011-0005 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0005?
To fix CVE-2011-0005, update your Joomla! installation to a version that is not vulnerable, such as Joomla! 1.0.16 or later.
What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2011-0005?
CVE-2011-0005 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, potentially leading to session hijacking or website defacement.
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2011-0005?
CVE-2011-0005 affects Joomla! versions 1.0.0 through 1.0.15.
Is there any way to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2011-0005 if I can’t upgrade immediately?
If upgrading is not possible, consider implementing web application firewalls and input validation to help mitigate the risks of CVE-2011-0005.
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