CVE-2016-4969: XSS
First published: Wed Sep 21 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWan (formerly AscernLink) before 4.2.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the IP parameter to script/statistics/getconn.php.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiWAN | <=4.2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4969?
CVE-2016-4969 is classified as a medium severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4969?
The issue can be resolved by upgrading Fortinet FortiWan to version 4.2.5 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4969?
CVE-2016-4969 affects Fortinet FortiWan versions prior to 4.2.5.
What type of attack can occur with CVE-2016-4969?
CVE-2016-4969 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML through an XSS vulnerability.
Is CVE-2016-4969 easy to exploit?
Exploiting CVE-2016-4969 requires access to the affected web interface, which can make it easier for attackers to execute malicious scripts.
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