CVE-2016-3173: XSS
First published: Thu Dec 15 2016(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Open-Xchange OX AppSuite before 7.8.0-rev27. The aria-label parameter of tiles at the Portal can be used to inject script code. Those labels use the name of the file (e.g. an image) which gets displayed at the portal application. Using script code at the file name leads to script execution. Malicious script code can be executed within a user's context. This can lead to session hijacking or triggering unwanted actions via the web interface (sending mail, deleting data etc.). Users actively need to add a file to the portal to enable this attack. In case of shared files however, a internal attacker may modify a previously embedded file to carry a malicious file name. Furthermore this vulnerability can be used to persistently execute code that got injected by a temporary script execution vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Open-Xchange App Suite Backend | <=7.8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3173?
CVE-2016-3173 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3173?
CVE-2016-3173 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3173?
To fix CVE-2016-3173, update Open-Xchange AppSuite to version 7.8.0-rev27 or later.
Which versions of Open-Xchange are affected by CVE-2016-3173?
CVE-2016-3173 affects Open-Xchange AppSuite versions prior to 7.8.0-rev27.
Can CVE-2016-3173 lead to data compromise?
Yes, CVE-2016-3173 can potentially allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user’s session, which may lead to data compromise.
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