CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-5283: XSS

First published: Wed Dec 31 2014(Updated: )

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the web management interface in httpd/cgi-bin/ipinfo.cgi in Smoothwall Express 3.1 and 3.0 SP3 and earlier allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the IP parameter in a Run action.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Smoothwall Smoothwall=3.1
Smoothwall Smoothwall=3.0-sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-5283?

    CVE-2011-5283 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for cross-site scripting (XSS).

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-5283?

    To fix CVE-2011-5283, it is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of Smoothwall that does not contain this vulnerability.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2011-5283?

    CVE-2011-5283 affects Smoothwall Express versions 3.1, 3.0 SP3, and earlier releases.

  • What kind of attacks can CVE-2011-5283 facilitate?

    CVE-2011-5283 can facilitate cross-site scripting attacks, allowing remote attackers to inject arbitrary scripts into the web management interface.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2011-5283?

    Detailed information about CVE-2011-5283 can be found in security advisory documentation and vulnerability databases.

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