CVE-2016-3969: XSS
First published: Wed Apr 06 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in McAfee Email Gateway (MEG) 7.6.x before 7.6.404, when File Filtering is enabled with the action set to ESERVICES:REPLACE, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via an attachment in a blocked email.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Email Gateway | =7.6 | |
| McAfee Email Gateway | =7.6.1 | |
| McAfee Email Gateway | =7.6.2 | |
| McAfee Email Gateway | =7.6.3 | |
| McAfee Email Gateway | =7.6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3969?
CVE-2016-3969 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its cross-site scripting risk.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3969?
To fix CVE-2016-3969, upgrade McAfee Email Gateway to version 7.6.404 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-3969?
CVE-2016-3969 affects McAfee Email Gateway versions 7.6.x up to 7.6.404.
Can CVE-2016-3969 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-3969 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability via a crafted email attachment.
What potential impact does CVE-2016-3969 have?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-3969 can lead to arbitrary web script or HTML injection into the user's browser.
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