CVE-2015-8797: XSS
First published: Mon Feb 15 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in webapp/web/js/scripts/plugins.js in the stats page in the Admin UI in Apache Solr before 5.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the entry parameter to a plugins/cache URI.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Solr | <=5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8797?
CVE-2015-8797 is classified with a medium severity due to its potential for cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8797?
To fix CVE-2015-8797, upgrade Apache Solr to version 5.3.1 or later.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2015-8797?
CVE-2015-8797 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML in the context of the user's session.
In which versions of Apache Solr is CVE-2015-8797 present?
CVE-2015-8797 affects all versions of Apache Solr prior to 5.3.1.
What components of Apache Solr does CVE-2015-8797 affect?
CVE-2015-8797 affects the Admin UI, specifically the stats page in webapp/web/js/scripts/plugins.js.
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