CVE-2015-6506: XSS
First published: Thu Sep 03 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the cryptography interface in Request Tracker (RT) before 4.2.12 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted public key.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Request Tracker | <=4.2.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://blog.bestpractical.com/2015/08/security-vulnerabilities-in-rt.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-August/164607.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-August/165124.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-August/165163.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3335
- https://bestpractical.com/release-notes/rt/4.2.12
- https://github.com/bestpractical/rt/commit/36a461947b00b105336adb4997d
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6506?
CVE-2015-6506 has been classified as a moderate severity XSS vulnerability that can allow remote attackers to inject malicious scripts.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6506?
To fix CVE-2015-6506, upgrade Request Tracker to version 4.2.12 or later.
What versions of Request Tracker are affected by CVE-2015-6506?
CVE-2015-6506 affects all versions of Request Tracker prior to 4.2.12.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-6506?
CVE-2015-6506 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the cryptography interface of Request Tracker.
Can CVE-2015-6506 allow data theft?
Yes, CVE-2015-6506 could potentially allow attackers to perform actions on behalf of users or steal sensitive data through script injection.
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