CVE-2016-1000028: XSS
First published: Fri Dec 27 2019(Updated: )
Tenable Nessus before 6.8 has a stored XSS issue that requires admin-level authentication to the Nessus UI, and would only potentially impact other admins. (Tenable ID 5198).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Nessus | <6.8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-1000028?
CVE-2016-1000028 is a vulnerability in Tenable Nessus before version 6.8 that allows stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2016-1000028?
CVE-2016-1000028 has a severity keyword of 'medium' and a severity value of 4.8.
How does CVE-2016-1000028 impact Tenable Nessus?
CVE-2016-1000028 requires admin-level authentication to the Nessus UI and would only potentially impact other admins.
What is the affected software version and vendor of CVE-2016-1000028?
CVE-2016-1000028 affects Tenable Nessus before version 6.8.
How can I fix CVE-2016-1000028?
To fix CVE-2016-1000028, upgrade Tenable Nessus to version 6.8 or later.
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