CVE-2012-4230: XSS
First published: Fri Apr 25 2014(Updated: )
The bbcode plugin in TinyMCE 3.5.8 does not properly enforce the TinyMCE security policy for the (1) encoding directive and (2) valid_elements attribute, which allows attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via application-specific vectors, as demonstrated using a textarea element.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TinyMCE | =3.5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4230?
CVE-2012-4230 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for enabling cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4230?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4230, upgrade TinyMCE to version 3.5.9 or later, which addresses the security issues.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2012-4230?
CVE-2012-4230 allows attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks exploiting improper handling of bbcode in TinyMCE.
Which versions of TinyMCE are affected by CVE-2012-4230?
CVE-2012-4230 affects TinyMCE version 3.5.8 specifically.
What is the main cause of CVE-2012-4230?
CVE-2012-4230 is caused by inadequate enforcement of the TinyMCE security policy regarding encoding directives and valid_elements.
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