CVE-2016-2103: XSS

Published Feb 8, 2016
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Updated

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Red Hat Satellite 5 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via (1) the list1680466951oldfilterval parameter to systems/PhysicalList.do or (2) unspecified vectors involving systems/VirtualSystemsList.do.

Other sources

Multiple XSS vulnerabilities have been reported in Satellite 5:

/rhn/systems/PhysicalList.do list1680466951oldfilterval (Parameter) /rhn/systems/VirtualSystemsList.do VirtualSystemsList.do (Page)

Red Hat

Affected Software

1 affected component
redhat Satellite=5.7

Event History

Feb 8, 2016
Data Sourced
09:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Apr 14, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2103?

CVE-2016-2103 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation by attackers through cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2103?

To fix CVE-2016-2103, update your Red Hat Satellite 5.7 installation to the latest patched version provided by Red Hat.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-2103?

The potential impacts of CVE-2016-2103 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and the ability to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the user’s session.

4

Which versions of Red Hat Satellite are affected by CVE-2016-2103?

CVE-2016-2103 affects Red Hat Satellite version 5.7.

5

Can CVE-2016-2103 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-2103 can be exploited remotely by attackers via crafted parameters in HTTP requests.

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