CVE-2015-8796: XSS
First published: Mon Feb 15 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in `webapp/web/js/scripts/schema-browser.js` in the Admin UI in Apache Solr before 5.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted schema-browse URL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Solr | <=5.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-8796
- https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/SOLR-7920
- https://github.com/apache/lucene/commit/dc2f2295e0a6c6574f033f295dc0c9adb7660df9
- https://github.com/apache/solr/commit/dc2f2295e0a6c6574f033f295dc0c9adb7660df9
- https://web.archive.org/web/20200227160406/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85205
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-4fxw-g29w-r8mx (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85205
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8796?
CVE-2015-8796 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8796?
To mitigate CVE-2015-8796, upgrade Apache Solr to version 5.3 or later.
What is impacted by CVE-2015-8796?
CVE-2015-8796 affects Apache Solr versions prior to 5.3, specifically the Admin UI component.
What can attackers do with CVE-2015-8796?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2015-8796 to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into affected systems.
Is CVE-2015-8796 related to any particular component of Apache Solr?
Yes, CVE-2015-8796 specifically affects the schema-browser JavaScript file within the Admin UI.
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