CVE-2011-1401: XSS
ikiwiki before 3.20110328 does not ascertain whether the htmlscrubber plugin is enabled during processing of the "meta stylesheet" directive, which allows remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via crafted Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) token sequences in (1) the default stylesheet or (2) an alternate stylesheet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1401?
CVE-2011-1401 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1401?
To fix CVE-2011-1401, you should upgrade to IkiWiki version 3.20110328 or later where the htmlscrubber plugin check is correctly implemented.
What type of attack can CVE-2011-1401 allow?
CVE-2011-1401 can allow remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks through crafted Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) sequences.
Which versions of IkiWiki are affected by CVE-2011-1401?
CVE-2011-1401 affects all IkiWiki versions prior to 3.20110328, including versions as early as 1.0.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2011-1401?
Yes, CVE-2011-1401 requires remote authentication, meaning an attacker must have valid user credentials to exploit the vulnerability.