CVE-2012-4533: XSS
First published: Mon Nov 19 2012(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the "extra" details in the DiffSource._get_row function in lib/viewvc.py in ViewVC 1.0.x before 1.0.13 and 1.1.x before 1.1.16 allows remote authenticated users with repository commit access to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the "function name" line.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ViewVC | >=1.0.0<1.0.13 | |
| ViewVC | >=1.1.0<1.1.16 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =6.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =7.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=691062
- http://osvdb.org/86566
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51041
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51072
- http://viewvc.tigris.org/issues/show_bug.cgi?id=515
- http://viewvc.tigris.org/source/browse/%2Acheckout%2A/viewvc/tags/1.0.13/CHANGES
- http://viewvc.tigris.org/source/browse/%2Acheckout%2A/viewvc/tags/1.1.16/CHANGES
- http://viewvc.tigris.org/source/browse/viewvc?view=rev&revision=2792
- http://viewvc.tigris.org/source/browse/viewvc?view=rev&revision=2794
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2563
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:134
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/21/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/21/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56161
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79561
- https://wiki.mageia.org/en/Support/Advisories/MGASA-2012-0313
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4533?
CVE-2012-4533 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS).
How do I fix CVE-2012-4533?
To fix CVE-2012-4533, upgrade to ViewVC version 1.0.13 or 1.1.16 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-4533?
CVE-2012-4533 affects authenticated users with commit access in ViewVC version 1.0.x before 1.0.13 and 1.1.x before 1.1.16.
What type of attack does CVE-2012-4533 enable?
CVE-2012-4533 enables an attacker to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML, potentially leading to exploitation through cross-site scripting.
Can CVE-2012-4533 affect Debian Linux systems?
Yes, CVE-2012-4533 can affect Debian Linux systems running vulnerable versions of ViewVC.
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