CVE-2016-5236: XSS
First published: Mon Jul 01 2019(Updated: )
Cross-Site-Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in F5 WebSafe Dashboard 3.9.5 and earlier, aka F5 WebSafe Alert Server, allow privileged authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML when creating a new user, account or signature.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 WebSafe | <=3.9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5236?
CVE-2016-5236 has a medium severity level due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5236?
To fix CVE-2016-5236, update your F5 WebSafe Dashboard to version 3.9.6 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-5236 facilitate?
CVE-2016-5236 can facilitate cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that allow attackers to inject arbitrary scripts.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-5236?
Privileged authenticated users of F5 WebSafe Dashboard version 3.9.5 and earlier are affected by CVE-2016-5236.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-5236?
Exploiting CVE-2016-5236 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive user data and session hijacking.
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