CVE-2012-1608: Input Validation
First published: Tue Sep 04 2012(Updated: )
The `t3lib_div::RemoveXSS` API method in TYPO3 4.4.0 through 4.4.13, 4.5.0 through 4.5.13, 4.6.0 through 4.6.6, 4.7, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to bypass the cross-site scripting (XSS) protection mechanism and inject arbitrary web script or HTML via non printable characters.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/typo3/cms | >=4.6.0<=4.6.6 | 4.6.7 |
| composer/typo3/cms | >=4.5.0<=4.5.13 | 4.5.14 |
| composer/typo3/cms | >=4.4.0<=4.4.13 | 4.4.14 |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.0 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.2 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.3 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.4 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.5 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.6 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.7 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.8 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.9 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.10 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.11 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.12 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.4.13 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.0 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.2 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.3 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.4 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.5 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.6 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.7 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.8 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.9 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.10 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.11 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.12 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.5.13 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.0 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.1 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.2 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.3 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.4 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.5 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.6.6 | |
| TYPO3 | =4.7 | |
| TYPO3 | =6.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-1608
- http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-core/typo3-core-sa-2012-001/
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2445
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/30/4
- https://web.archive.org/web/20120527123559/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52771
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-w3v6-r62r-fvqh (Advisory)
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48647
- http://www.osvdb.org/80762
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52771
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1608?
CVE-2012-1608 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1608?
To fix CVE-2012-1608, users should upgrade to TYPO3 version 4.6.7 or later, 4.5.14 or later, or 4.4.14 or later.
What versions of TYPO3 are affected by CVE-2012-1608?
CVE-2012-1608 affects TYPO3 versions 4.4.0 through 4.4.13, 4.5.0 through 4.5.13, 4.6.0 through 4.6.6, as well as version 4.7 and 6.0.
Can CVE-2012-1608 be exploited remotely?
Yes, the vulnerability CVE-2012-1608 can be exploited remotely to inject arbitrary web script or HTML.
What is the impact of an attack using CVE-2012-1608?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2012-1608 can bypass XSS protection mechanisms, leading to potential data theft, session hijacking, or other malicious actions.
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