CVE-2013-4171: XSS
Published Dec 7, 2013
·Updated
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Apache Roller before 5.0.2 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors related to the search results in the (1) RSS and (2) Atom feed templates.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Apache Roller<=5.0.1
Apache Roller=4.0
Apache Roller=4.0.1
Apache Roller=5.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 7, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4171?
CVE-2013-4171 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-4171?
To fix CVE-2013-4171, upgrade to Apache Roller version 5.0.2 or later.
3
What types of attacks does CVE-2013-4171 allow?
CVE-2013-4171 allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via crafted input in search result fields.
4
Which versions of Apache Roller are affected by CVE-2013-4171?
CVE-2013-4171 affects Apache Roller versions prior to 5.0.2, including 4.0, 4.0.1, and 5.0.
5
Is user interaction required for CVE-2013-4171 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2013-4171 typically does not require user interaction, making it more dangerous.