CVE-2011-3426: XSS

Published Oct 14, 2011
·
Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Safari in Apple iOS before 5 allows remote web servers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a file accompanied by a "Content-Disposition: attachment" HTTP header.

Affected Software

29 affected components
apple iPhone OS=4.0
apple iPhone OS=4.3.2
apple iPhone OS=4.0.2
apple iPhone OS=4.0.1
apple iPhone OS=3.2
apple iPhone OS=4.2.8
apple iPhone OS=4.1
apple iPhone OS=3.1.2
apple iPhone OS=4.3.5
apple iPhone OS=3.1.3
apple iPhone OS=4.3.1
apple iPhone OS=4.2.5
apple iPhone OS=3.2.1
apple iPhone OS=3.1
apple iPhone OS=4.3.5
apple iPhone OS=3.1
apple iPhone OS=3.2
apple iPhone OS=4.3.5
apple iPhone OS=4.2.1
apple iPhone OS=3.0
apple iPhone OS=4.0.1
apple iPhone OS=4.3.3
apple iPhone OS=4.0.1
apple iPhone OS=4.0
apple iPhone OS=3.1
apple iPhone OS=4.0
apple iPhone OS=4.3.0
apple iPhone OS=3.2.1
apple iPhone OS=3.2.2

Event History

Oct 14, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3426?

The severity of CVE-2011-3426 is categorized as moderate due to its ability to facilitate cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-3426?

To fix CVE-2011-3426, you should upgrade to iOS version 5 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2011-3426?

CVE-2011-3426 affects Apple iOS versions 4.0, 4.0.1, 4.0.2, 4.1, 4.2.x, 4.3.x, and earlier.

4

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2011-3426?

CVE-2011-3426 allows remote web servers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML into Safari on affected devices.

5

Is CVE-2011-3426 still a concern today?

CVE-2011-3426 is less of a concern for users on current iOS versions, but still poses a risk for those using outdated systems.

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