CVE-2015-6972: XSS
First published: Wed Sep 16 2015(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Ignite Realtime Openfire 3.10.2 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) groupchatName parameter to plugins/clientcontrol/create-bookmark.jsp; the (2) urlName parameter to plugins/clientcontrol/create-bookmark.jsp; the (3) hostname parameter to server-session-details.jsp; or the (4) search parameter to group-summary.jsp.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Openfire | =3.10.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6972?
CVE-2015-6972 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its cross-site scripting risks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6972?
To fix CVE-2015-6972, upgrade to a patched version of Openfire that addresses the XSS vulnerabilities.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-6972?
CVE-2015-6972 affects Ignite Realtime Openfire version 3.10.2.
Can CVE-2015-6972 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-6972 can be exploited remotely by attackers to inject malicious scripts.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-6972?
CVE-2015-6972 allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, which can lead to user data theft or session hijacking.
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