CVE-2015-6909: XSS
First published: Fri Sep 11 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the "Create download task via file upload" feature in Synology Download Station before 3.5-2962 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the name element in the Info dictionary in a torrent file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Synology Download Station | <=3.5-2956 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133520/Synology-Download-Station-3.5-2956-3.5-2962-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Sep/32
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/536428/100/0/threaded
- https://www.securify.nl/advisory/SFY20150809/multiple_cross_site_scripting_vulnerabilities_in_synology_download_station.html
- https://www.synology.com/en-global/releaseNote/DownloadStation?model=DS715
- https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Download_Station_3_5_2962
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6909?
CVE-2015-6909 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6909?
To fix CVE-2015-6909, you should update Synology Download Station to version 3.5-2962 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6909?
CVE-2015-6909 affects all versions of Synology Download Station prior to 3.5-2962.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-6909?
CVE-2015-6909 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2015-6909?
An attacker can inject arbitrary web script or HTML into the application through the name element in a torrent file.
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