CVE-2016-5682: XSS
Published Apr 10, 2017
·Updated
Swagger-UI before 2.2.1 has XSS via the Default field in the Definitions section.
Affected Software
1 affected component
SMARTBEAR Swagger-ui<2.2.1
Event History
Apr 10, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5682?
CVE-2016-5682 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-5682?
To fix CVE-2016-5682, upgrade Swagger-UI to version 2.2.1 or later, which resolves the vulnerability.
3
What types of attacks can CVE-2016-5682 facilitate?
CVE-2016-5682 can facilitate persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that could compromise user data.
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Which versions of Swagger-UI are affected by CVE-2016-5682?
Swagger-UI versions prior to 2.2.1 are affected by CVE-2016-5682.
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What is the impact of CVE-2016-5682 on applications using affected Swagger-UI versions?
The impact of CVE-2016-5682 on applications includes potential injection of malicious scripts leading to unauthorized actions on behalf of users.