CVE-2014-9272: XSS
First published: Fri Jan 09 2015(Updated: )
The string_insert_href function in MantisBT 1.2.0a1 through 1.2.x before 1.2.18 does not properly validate the URL protocol, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via the javascript:// protocol.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Debian Linux | =7.0 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-a1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-a2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-a3 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-a4 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-rc1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-rc2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.0-rc3 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.3 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.4 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.5 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.6 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.7 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.8 | |
| MantisBT | =1.1.9 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0-alpha1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0-alpha2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0-alpha3 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0-rc1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.0-rc2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.1 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.2 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.3 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.4 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.5 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.6 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.7 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.8 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.9 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.10 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.11 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.12 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.13 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.14 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.15 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.16 | |
| MantisBT | =1.2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9272?
CVE-2014-9272 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-9272?
CVE-2014-9272 affects MantisBT versions 1.2.0a1 through 1.2.17, including various earlier releases.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9272?
To fix CVE-2014-9272, update MantisBT to version 1.2.18 or later, where the vulnerability is addressed.
What types of attacks can CVE-2014-9272 enable?
CVE-2014-9272 allows attackers to execute cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by improperly validating URL protocols.
How does CVE-2014-9272 affect user security?
CVE-2014-9272 compromises user security by allowing malicious scripts to be executed in the context of a user's browser.
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