CVE-2012-5455: XSS
Published Oct 22, 2012
·Updated
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the language search component in Joomla! before 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors, related to a "typographical error."
Affected Software
1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!=3.0.0
Event History
Oct 22, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5455?
CVE-2012-5455 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its cross-site scripting (XSS) nature.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-5455?
To fix CVE-2012-5455, upgrade your Joomla! installation to version 3.0.1 or later.
3
What does CVE-2012-5455 affect?
CVE-2012-5455 affects Joomla! version 3.0.0 and allows attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
4
Can CVE-2012-5455 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-5455 can be exploited remotely by attackers who leverage the XSS vulnerability.
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What is the potential impact of CVE-2012-5455?
The potential impact of CVE-2012-5455 includes unauthorized access to user data and phishing attacks.