CVE-2016-5235: XSS

Published Jul 1, 2019
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Updated

A Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions of F5 WebSafe Dashboard 3.9.x and earlier, aka F5 WebSafe Alert Server, allows an unauthenticated user to inject HTML via a crafted alert.

Affected Software

1 affected component
F5 WebSafe Alert Server<4.0.0

Event History

Jul 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:54 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5235?

CVE-2016-5235 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through Cross Site Scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5235?

To fix CVE-2016-5235, upgrade F5 WebSafe Dashboard to version 4.0.0 or later, which contains the necessary patches.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2016-5235?

CVE-2016-5235 affects F5 WebSafe Alert Server versions 3.9.x and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2016-5235 be exploited by unauthenticated users?

Yes, CVE-2016-5235 allows unauthenticated users to inject malicious HTML through crafted alerts.

5

What is Cross Site Scripting in the context of CVE-2016-5235?

In the context of CVE-2016-5235, Cross Site Scripting (XSS) refers to the vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of a web application.

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