CVE-2016-1609: XSS
First published: Mon Aug 01 2016(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Novell Filr before 1.2 Security Update 3 and 2.0 before Security Update 2 allow remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via crafted input, as demonstrated by a crafted attribute of an IMG element in the phone field of a user profile.
Credit: meissner@suse.de
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Novell Filr | <=1.2 | |
| Novell Filr | <=2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1609?
The severity of CVE-2016-1609 is classified as medium due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1609?
To fix CVE-2016-1609, update Novell Filr to version 1.2 Security Update 3 or 2.0 Security Update 2.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-1609?
CVE-2016-1609 affects Novell Filr versions before 1.2 Security Update 3 and 2.0 before Security Update 2.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-1609?
CVE-2016-1609 can be exploited by remote authenticated users with the ability to input crafted data.
What types of vulnerabilities are present in CVE-2016-1609?
CVE-2016-1609 contains multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities.
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