CVE-2015-6117: XSS

Published Jan 13, 2016
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Updated

Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 SP1 and SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1 allow remote authenticated users to bypass intended Access Control Policy restrictions and conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by modifying a webpart, aka "Microsoft SharePoint Security Feature Bypass," a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-0011.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013-sp1
Microsoft SharePoint Server=2013-sp1

Event History

Jan 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6117?

CVE-2015-6117 has a CVSS score of 6.0, indicating a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-6117?

To fix CVE-2015-6117, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for SharePoint Server 2013 SP1 and SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-6117?

CVE-2015-6117 affects remote authenticated users of Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 SP1 and SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-6117?

CVE-2015-6117 is associated with cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks due to access control policy bypass.

5

Can CVE-2015-6117 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-6117 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users to conduct attacks.

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